/SCDL/AF029 - Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/AF -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/AF029 - Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/AF029 Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a business partner (BP) in the database using the provided Global Unique Identifier (GUID). This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during data migration, integration processes, or when trying to access business partner data.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner with the specified GUID has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the GUIDs may not have been transferred correctly, or the business partner records may not have been created in the target system.
  Incorrect GUID: The GUID being referenced may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Deletion: The business partner may have been deleted from the system after the GUID was generated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the business partner data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the GUID: Check the GUID being used in the error message to ensure it is correct. You can do this by looking it up in the business partner master data.
  Check Business Partner Existence: Use transaction code BP to search for the business partner using the GUID. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  Data Migration Review: If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the migration logs and ensure that all business partners were migrated correctly.
  Recreate the Business Partner: If the business partner does not exist and is required, create a new business partner record in the system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access business partner data. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  Consult Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE16N: Data Browser (to check the underlying tables for business partner data)
  
  
  Tables: 
  
  BUT000: General Data for Business Partners
  BUT020: Business Partner Roles
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to business partner management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on business partner management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.