How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP013 - Business partner or driver &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Business partner or driver &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP013 - Business partner or driver &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP013 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register a business partner or driver that already exists in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Transportation Management (TM) when dealing with business partner data.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the business partner or driver you are trying to create or register already exists in the system. This could be due to a previous entry that was not properly deleted or a data import that included duplicates.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If there are multiple systems or instances that are supposed to synchronize data, inconsistencies can lead to duplicate entries.
  Incorrect Input: Sometimes, the input data might be incorrect or formatted in a way that the system interprets it as a duplicate.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Before creating a new business partner or driver, check the existing entries in the system to confirm whether the business partner or driver already exists. You can do this by using transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or relevant reports in SCM/TM.
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry: If the business partner or driver already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entries: If you find that there are indeed duplicates and they are not needed, you can delete the unnecessary entries. Be cautious with this step to avoid losing important data.
  
  
  Data Import Validation: If you are importing data, ensure that your import files are validated to prevent duplicates from being introduced into the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to business partner management, such as BP, BP_MON, and others that may help in managing business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles and categories of business partners in SAP, as this can affect how they are created and managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your business partner data effectively.