How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION053 - Supplier &1: mapping of partner &2 (syst. &3) matches mapping of cont. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Supplier &1: mapping of partner &2 (syst. &3) matches mapping of cont. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION053 - Supplier &1: mapping of partner &2 (syst. &3) matches mapping of cont. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION053 typically occurs in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is a conflict in the mapping of partners during the replication process. This error indicates that the system has detected a mapping conflict between a supplier and a corresponding partner, which can lead to issues in data consistency and integrity.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  There is a duplicate mapping for a supplier and a partner in the system.
  The system finds that the mapping of the supplier (identified as &1) matches the mapping of another partner (identified as &2) in a conflicting manner.
  The system is trying to replicate data, but the mappings are not unique, leading to ambiguity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and check the mappings for the supplier and the partner.
  Ensure that each supplier and