How To Fix /SCMB/ORDER022 - Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ORDER -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER022 - Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ORDER022 Order &1: Business partner "Supplier" is missing typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) when a business partner that is required for processing an order is not defined or is missing in the system. This error can arise during various operations, such as creating or processing orders, and it indicates that the system cannot find the necessary supplier information associated with the order.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner (supplier) is not created or is not active in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The order may not be correctly linked to the business partner due to configuration issues.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing relationships between the order and the business partner.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the Business Partner (BP) transaction (transaction code BP) and verify if the supplier is created and active.
  Ensure that the business partner role for "Supplier" is assigned correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Business Partner:
  
  If the supplier is missing, create a new business partner with the necessary details.
  If the supplier exists but is inactive, activate the business partner.
  
  
  
  Link Business Partner to Order:
  
  Ensure that the order is correctly linked to the business partner. Check the order details and verify that the supplier information is correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SCM module to ensure that the business partner integration is set up correctly.
  Check if the relevant customizing settings for business partners are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing business partners in SCM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SCMB - Supply Chain Management transactions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to business partners and orders.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the necessary business partner information is correctly set up in your SAP system.