How To Fix /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