/SCDL/AF022 - Business partner &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF022 - Business partner &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF022 Business partner &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Suite when the system is trying to access a business partner that has not been created or is not recognized in the system. This error is often related to the Master Data Management of business partners, which is crucial for various business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner ID referenced in the error message does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner Role: The business partner may exist, but it might not have the required role assigned to it for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the business partner data is supposed to be synchronized from another system (like a legacy system), there may be issues with the data transfer.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  Incorrect Input: The business partner ID may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not being able to find it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check if the business partner exists in the system. Search for the business partner ID mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the necessary roles assigned. You can do this in the Business Partner transaction by selecting the business partner and checking the roles assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Create Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, you may need to create it using the BP transaction. Ensure that you fill in all required fields and assign the necessary roles.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the business partner data is supposed to be synchronized from another system, check the data transfer process and ensure that it has been completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Input Validation:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or errors in the business partner ID. Ensure that the correct format is being used.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON - Business Partner Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to business partner management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Business Partner Management for best practices and guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for additional assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.