How To Fix /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING021 - Contact mapping (line &1): invalid srce sys. &1 (table /srmsmc/d_syschr)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Contact mapping (line &1): invalid srce sys. &1 (table /srmsmc/d_syschr)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING021 - Contact mapping (line &1): invalid srce sys. &1 (table /srmsmc/d_syschr) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING021 Contact mapping (line &1): invalid srce sys. &1 (table /srmsmc/d_syschr) typically indicates an issue with the source system mapping in the context of Business Partner (BP) data synchronization or mapping in SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Source System: The error suggests that the source system specified in the mapping does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system. This could be due to a typo, a missing entry, or an incorrect configuration.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as references to source systems that have been deleted or are inactive.
  
  Configuration Issues: The mapping configuration for the Business Partner may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the source system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Source System Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for Business Partner mapping.
  Verify that the source system