How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD102 - Business partner &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD102 - Business partner &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD102 Business partner &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when the system is unable to find a specified business partner (BP) in the system. This can happen during various processes, such as creating deliveries, processing orders, or managing stock.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The most common cause is that the business partner specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner Role: The business partner may exist, but it might not have the required role assigned for the specific transaction.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the business partner data is maintained in a different system (like SAP S/4HANA or another ERP), there may be synchronization issues.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the EWM settings that prevent the system from recognizing the business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP in SAP and search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  Ensure that the business partner exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the necessary roles assigned for the operations you are trying to perform (e.g., customer, vendor).
  You can check this in the Business Partner transaction by selecting the relevant business partner and reviewing the roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are using multiple systems, ensure that the business partner data is synchronized across systems. You may need to run a data synchronization job or check the middleware if applicable.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the EWM configuration settings to ensure that the business partner settings are correctly configured.
  Check the settings in the EWM customizing (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant sections for business partner integration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner management in EWM for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on business partner management in EWM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the business partner not existing in the system.