How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL124 - Importing Business Partner &1 differs from existing Business Partner &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Importing Business Partner &1 differs from existing Business Partner &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL124 - Importing Business Partner &1 differs from existing Business Partner &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL124 indicates that there is a conflict when importing a Business Partner (BP) in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) system. Specifically, the error occurs when the system detects that the Business Partner being imported (denoted as &1) differs from an existing Business Partner (denoted as &2) in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The Business Partner data being imported does not match the existing Business Partner data in the system. This could be due to differences in attributes such as name, address, or other key identifiers.
  Duplicate Entries: There may be an attempt to create a new Business Partner that already exists in the system, but with different details.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Business Partner settings in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Business Partner Data: Check the details of both the incoming Business Partner and the existing one. Ensure that the data being imported matches the existing Business Partner's data.
  Update Existing Business Partner: If the incoming data is correct and should replace the existing Business Partner, consider updating the existing Business Partner instead of importing a new one.
  Check for Duplicates: Use transaction codes like BP to search for existing Business Partners and confirm whether the one you are trying to import already exists.
  Data Cleansing: If there are discrepancies in the data, you may need to cleanse the data before importing it. This could involve standardizing formats, correcting typos, or ensuring consistency in naming conventions.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to Business Partner management in EWM for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction BP to manage Business Partners and check their details.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  EWM Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Business Partners in EWM to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Integration with Other Modules: If the Business Partner is being imported from another module (like SAP S/4HANA), ensure that the integration settings are correct and that data is being transferred properly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully import the Business Partner into the SAP EWM system.