How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY006 - Appraiser &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Appraiser &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY006 - Appraiser &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY006 Appraiser &1 already exists typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module, particularly when dealing with appraiser or evaluator assignments in the system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or assign an appraiser (or evaluator) that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the appraiser you are trying to add or assign already exists in the system. This could be due to a previous assignment or an attempt to create a new entry with the same identifier (e.g., user ID, employee number).
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as multiple records for the same appraiser due to data migration or manual entry errors.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the SRM system that prevent the creation of duplicate appraisers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Appraisers: Before creating a new appraiser, check the existing appraisers in the system to confirm whether the appraiser already exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that lists appraisers.
  Modify Existing Entry: If the appraiser already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  Delete Duplicate Entries: If there are duplicate entries that are not needed, you may need to delete them to resolve the conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to appraiser management in SRM for any specific guidelines or procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SRM that deal with appraiser management, such as BP (Business Partner) or specific SRM transaction codes for managing appraisers.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify appraiser entries in the system.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.