How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER009 - Invalid combination: partner ID &1, partner GUID &2

/SRMSMC/SUPPLIER009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Invalid combination: partner ID &1, partner GUID &2

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/SRMSMC/SUPPLIER009 - Details

• The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER009 Invalid combination: partner ID &1, partner GUID &2 typically occurs in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the partner ID and the partner GUID in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid combination of the specified partner ID and GUID, which are used to identify suppliers or business partners in the SRM system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The partner ID and GUID may not be correctly linked in the database. This can happen due to data migration issues, manual data entry errors, or inconsistencies in the master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner profiles or the integration between different systems (like SRM and ERP) may not be set up correctly.
  Deleted or Inactive Partners: The partner ID or GUID may refer to a supplier that has been deleted or marked as inactive