How To Fix SRM_BAPI_TEST004 - Test 4: Find Record by Specifying Incorrect SPS ID

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_BAPI_TEST - Messages for Screen Output of BAPI Report

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Test 4: Find Record by Specifying Incorrect SPS ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_BAPI_TEST004 - Test 4: Find Record by Specifying Incorrect SPS ID ?

  The SAP error message SRM_BAPI_TEST004, which indicates "Test 4: Find Record by Specifying Incorrect SPS ID," typically arises during the testing of BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. This error suggests that the system is unable to find a record because the specified SPS (Supplier Performance Scorecard) ID is incorrect or does not exist in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect SPS ID: The most common cause of this error is that the SPS ID provided in the BAPI call does not match any existing records in the database.
  Data Deletion: The record associated with the specified SPS ID may have been deleted or archived.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the record associated with the SPS ID.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SRM system that prevent the correct retrieval of records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify SPS ID: Check the SPS ID being used in the BAPI call. Ensure that it is correct and corresponds to an existing record in the system.
  Check Database: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant database tables and confirm whether the SPS ID exists.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: If the record was deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or use a different SPS ID that is valid.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the BAPI has the necessary authorizations to access the SPS records.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific BAPI being used to ensure that all required parameters are being passed correctly.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the BAPI to trace the execution and identify where the failure occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on the specific BAPI you are using.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement an appropriate solution.