How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL121 - External business partner &1 already exists; business partner not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: External business partner &1 already exists; business partner not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL121 - External business partner &1 already exists; business partner not created ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL121 indicates that there is an attempt to create a business partner in the system, but a business partner with the same identifier already exists. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or Logistics Management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Business Partner: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner you are trying to create already exists in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Manual entry of the same business partner.
  Data migration or import processes that have already created the business partner.
  Integration with other systems that may have created the business partner beforehand.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the data being used to create the business partner may not be formatted correctly or may not match the existing records, leading to confusion in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Business Partners: 
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to search for the existing business partner using the identifier (e.g., name, ID, etc.) that you are trying to create.
  If you find the business partner, you can either use it instead of creating a new one or update the existing one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Modify the Creation Process:
  
  If you are using a program or interface to create business partners, ensure that it checks for existing business partners before attempting to create a new one.
  Implement error handling in your process to manage cases where a business partner already exists.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are duplicates or inconsistencies in your business partner data, consider performing a data cleanup to ensure that all business partners are unique and correctly formatted.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to business partner management in EWM to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Concept: In SAP, the business partner concept is used to manage all entities (customers, vendors, etc.) in a unified manner. Understanding how business partners are structured and managed in your system can help prevent such errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting and managing business partner data.
  Integration Points: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like CRM, SRM, etc.), ensure that the data synchronization processes are functioning correctly to avoid duplicate entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your business partner data effectively.