How To Fix /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING028 - Mapping of business partner &1 to SAP SLC contact &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Mapping of business partner &1 to SAP SLC contact &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING028 - Mapping of business partner &1 to SAP SLC contact &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING028 indicates that there is an attempt to map a business partner (BP) to an SAP Supplier Lifecycle Management (SLC) contact, but a mapping already exists for the specified business partner and contact combination. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to create or update a mapping that has already been established in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner you are trying to map is already associated with the specified SAP SLC contact.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as trying to map the same business partner to the same contact multiple times.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with the configuration of the mapping process or the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Mappings: 
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or relevant reports to check the existing mappings between business partners and SLC contacts.
  Identify if the mapping already exists for the specified business partner and contact.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Mapping:
  
  If the mapping is indeed already present and you need to change it, you may need to delete the existing mapping before creating a new one.
  Use the appropriate transaction or program to delete or modify the mapping.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Ensure that the data you are trying to input is correct and does not duplicate existing entries.
  Validate the business partner and contact IDs to ensure they are accurate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to business partner mapping in SLC for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SLG1 (Application Log), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Business Partner Configuration: Ensure that your business partner configuration is set up correctly, as improper configuration can lead to mapping issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the mapping of business partners to SAP SLC contacts.