How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR054 - Business partner &1 marked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Business partner &1 marked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR054 - Business partner &1 marked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR054 Business partner &1 marked for deletion typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a business partner (BP) is flagged for deletion. This can prevent certain operations from being performed, such as creating or processing transportation-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Status: The business partner in question has been marked for deletion in the system. This status indicates that the business partner is no longer active and should not be used in transactions.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces data integrity by preventing the use of business partners that are marked for deletion to avoid inconsistencies in transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  Check the status of the business partner. If it is marked for deletion, you will need to change its status.
  
  
  
  Change Status:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can change the status of the business partner from "marked for deletion" to "active."
  This can typically be done by editing the business partner and removing the deletion flag.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the status, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing business partners in your organization.
  They can assist in either reactivating the business partner or providing guidance on how to handle the situation.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Usage:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is not being used in any ongoing transactions or processes before reactivating it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Management: Understanding how business partners are managed in SAP is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the processes of creating, modifying, and deleting business partners.
  Authorization Issues: If you encounter issues with permissions, it may be necessary to review your user roles and authorizations in SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on business partner management and error handling in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transportation management processes.