How To Fix /SCMB/BPMAP003 - Enter a separator that is not contained in a business partner ID

/SCMB/BPMAP003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/BPMAP -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Enter a separator that is not contained in a business partner ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/BPMAP003 - Enter a separator that is not contained in a business partner ID ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/BPMAP003 indicates that there is an issue with the separator used in a business partner ID. This error typically arises in the context of business partner mapping or integration processes within the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system encounters a separator (such as a comma, semicolon, or other special characters) in the business partner ID that is already part of the ID itself. This can happen during data import, mapping, or when trying to create or update business partner records. The system expects a separator that is not already included in the business partner ID to avoid confusion and ensure proper parsing of the ID.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner IDs: Review the business partner IDs you are trying to use. Ensure that the separator you are using is not part of any of the