How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ258 - Business partner standard ID &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 258

• Message text: Business partner standard ID &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ258 - Business partner standard ID &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ258 Business partner standard ID &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a business partner (BP) with the specified standard ID. This can happen for various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing configurations, or incorrect entries.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner ID does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The business partner may not be properly configured or activated in the relevant organizational units.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check if the business partner with the specified ID exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is missing, create a new business partner using transaction code BP.
  Ensure that all necessary roles and data are assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP TM and ensure that the business partner is correctly set up for the relevant processes.
  Ensure that the business partner is assigned to the correct organizational units.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner data.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data inconsistencies related to business partners.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 to check for any logs that might provide additional context on the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner management in SAP TM for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.