How To Fix /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF026 - Entry &1: Business partner &2 doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Entry &1: Business partner &2 doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF026 - Entry &1: Business partner &2 doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MC_PB_DEF026 indicates that there is an issue with a business partner (BP) in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that the business partner referenced in the entry does not exist in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The business partner ID referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner ID: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the business partner ID.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like CRM or ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to the business partner not being available in the SCM system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner may exist but is marked as inactive.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Business Partner ID: Check the business partner ID in the