How To Fix /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING029 - Mapping of contact &1 to SAP SLC contact &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING -

• Message number: 029

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING029 - Mapping of contact &1 to SAP SLC contact &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/BP_MAPPING029 indicates that there is an attempt to map a contact (business partner) to an SAP Supplier Lifecycle (SLC) contact that already exists in the system. This typically occurs during the process of mapping business partners in the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Mapping: The contact you are trying to map is already associated with another SAP SLC contact.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry, leading to an attempt to create a duplicate mapping.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured in a way that does not allow multiple mappings for the same contact.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Mappings:
  
  Review the existing mappings in the system to identify the current associations of the contact you are trying to map.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or relevant reports to check the mappings.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Existing Mapping:
  
  If the existing mapping is no longer needed, you can remove it.
  If the mapping is still required, consider modifying the mapping to associate the correct contacts.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being entered is correct and does not lead to duplicate entries.
  Validate the business partner data before attempting to create new mappings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner mapping and SLC to understand any specific configurations or limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners and SLG1 for viewing application logs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on business partner mapping.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in your SRM and SLC modules to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.