How To Fix /SRMSMC/SES002 - Supplier with party ID &1 and of type &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SES -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Supplier with party ID &1 and of type &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SES002 - Supplier with party ID &1 and of type &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SES002 indicates that the system is unable to find a supplier with the specified party ID and type. This error typically occurs in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or when dealing with supplier data in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Supplier: The supplier with the specified party ID does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Party ID: The party ID provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Incorrect Supplier Type: The type of supplier specified may not match the existing supplier types in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between SRM and ERP).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the supplier data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Party ID: Check the party ID you are using to ensure it is correct. You can do this by searching for the supplier in the relevant SAP transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner).
  Check Supplier Type: Ensure that the supplier type you are using is valid and corresponds to the existing supplier types in your system.
  Create Supplier: If the supplier does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner).
  Data Synchronization: If you suspect data synchronization issues, check the integration settings between SRM and ERP. You may need to run synchronization jobs or check for errors in the data transfer.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access supplier data. You may need to contact your system administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to supplier management for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), and ME2N (Purchase Orders by Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.