How To Fix /SRMSMC/CONTACT050 - IDM request (user &1): invalid attribute 'Business Partner GUID' (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/CONTACT -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: IDM request (user &1): invalid attribute 'Business Partner GUID' (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT050 - IDM request (user &1): invalid attribute 'Business Partner GUID' (&2) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/CONTACT050 IDM request (user &1): invalid attribute 'Business Partner GUID' (&2) typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or Identity Management (IDM) when there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) GUID attribute during a request processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Business Partner GUID: The GUID provided in the request does not correspond to any existing Business Partner in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the IDM and the SRM systems, leading to the GUID not being recognized.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the integration between IDM and SRM may not be set up correctly, causing the system to fail to recognize valid attributes.
  User Permissions: The user making the request may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the Business Partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Business Partner GUID: Check the GUID being used in the request to ensure it is correct and corresponds to an existing Business Partner in the system.
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the IDM and SRM systems is consistent. You may need to synchronize the data or perform a data consistency check.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the integration between IDM and SRM. Ensure that all necessary attributes are correctly mapped and that the integration is functioning as expected.
  User Permissions: Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the Business Partner data. If not, adjust the user roles and permissions accordingly.
  Consult Logs: Review the application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SRM and IDM for guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid Business Partner GUID in your SAP system.