How To Fix /SCMB/MDL_BASIC143 - Partner key &1 (category DUNS) not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MDL_BASIC -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Partner key &1 (category DUNS) not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC143 - Partner key &1 (category DUNS) not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC143 Partner key &1 (category DUNS) not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to find a partner key (in this case, a DUNS number) that is required for a specific business process. The DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) is a unique identifier for businesses, and it is often used in supply chain and logistics processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing DUNS Number: The most common cause of this error is that the DUNS number for the specified partner is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Configuration: The partner profile may not be correctly configured, or the partner may not be set up in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external system, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Incorrect Partner Key: The partner key being referenced may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the partner using the partner key provided in the error message.
  Verify if the DUNS number is maintained in the partner master data. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain DUNS Number:
  
  If the DUNS number is not present, you can add it by editing the partner's details in the Business Partner transaction.
  Ensure that the DUNS number is entered correctly and is in the correct format.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Configuration:
  
  Check the partner profile settings to ensure that the partner is correctly configured for the relevant business processes.
  Ensure that the partner is assigned to the correct roles and that all necessary data is filled out.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the data is being imported from an external system, check the integration settings and ensure that the data is being synchronized correctly.
  You may need to run a data import or synchronization job to update the partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements related to DUNS numbers in your version of SAP SCM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner, WE20 for partner profiles, and WE21 for port definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing business partners and DUNS numbers in SAP SCM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the necessary partner data is correctly maintained in your SAP system.