How To Fix /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL125 - Existing BP: BP number or external BP number has to be available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Existing BP: BP number or external BP number has to be available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL125 - Existing BP: BP number or external BP number has to be available ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL125 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) number or external BP number not being available in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when trying to perform operations that require a valid Business Partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified Business Partner (BP) number does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect BP Number: The BP number or external BP number provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inactive Business Partner: The Business Partner exists but is inactive or not properly set up for the required role (e.g., supplier, customer).
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different SAP modules or systems, leading to the BP not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify BP Existence:
  
  Check if the Business Partner exists in the system by using transaction code BP (Business Partner) in the SAP GUI.
  Ensure that the BP number you are using is correct and matches the format expected by the system.
  
  
  
  Check BP Status:
  
  Ensure that the Business Partner is active and has the necessary roles assigned (e.g., customer, vendor).
  If the BP is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one.
  
  
  
  Correct BP Number:
  
  If you are using an external BP number, ensure that it is correctly mapped to the internal BP number in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you are working in a system landscape with multiple systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM), ensure that the data is synchronized properly.
  Check for any middleware or integration issues that might be causing the BP data not to be available.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Business Partner management in EWM for any specific configurations or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that a Business Partner can have in SAP, as this can affect its availability for certain transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SWI1 (for workflow), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCWM/LM_CORE_APPL125.