How To Fix /SCWM/IT222 - Business partner for custodian &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/IT -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Business partner for custodian &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/IT222 - Business partner for custodian &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/IT222 Business partner for custodian &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when the system is unable to find a business partner (BP) associated with a custodian in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing or incorrectly configured business partner data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified business partner (indicated by &1) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The business partner may not be properly configured or activated for the relevant role (e.g., custodian).
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different SAP modules (e.g., between SAP S/4HANA and EWM).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP in SAP.
  Search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  If the business partner does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is missing, create a new business partner with the necessary roles (e.g., custodian).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including address, contact information, and any relevant roles.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned, particularly the role related to custodianship.
  You can check this in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are using multiple systems (e.g., S/4HANA and EWM), ensure that the business partner data is synchronized across systems.
  You may need to run data synchronization jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access business partner data.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in the user management transaction (SU01).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on business partner configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Concept: Understand the business partner concept in SAP, which centralizes the management of master data for customers, vendors, and other entities.
  EWM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in EWM related to business partners and custodians.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.