How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER012 - Wrong key (GUID) passed: received: &1, expected &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Wrong key (GUID) passed: received: &1, expected &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER012 - Wrong key (GUID) passed: received: &1, expected &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER012 Wrong key (GUID) passed: received: &1, expected &2 typically occurs in the context of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is a mismatch between the GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) that is being passed in a request and the expected GUID for a specific supplier or entity in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect GUID: The GUID being sent in the request does not match the expected GUID for the supplier or entity in the SAP SRM system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data between different systems (e.g., between SRM and ERP) that lead to mismatched GUIDs.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SRM system or related systems can lead to this error.
  User Input Error: Manual entry of the GUID may have been incorrect, leading to the mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the GUID: Check the GUID being passed in the request and ensure it is correct. Compare it with the expected GUID in the system.
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the SRM system is consistent with the data in the backend ERP system. This may involve checking for any recent changes or updates that could have affected the GUIDs.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings related to supplier management in the SRM system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the request to see where the GUID is being generated and passed. This may help identify the source of the mismatch.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SRM you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes in SRM that deal with supplier management, such as BP (Business Partner) or MM (Materials Management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER012 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  System Logs: Review system logs (e.g., SLG1) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GUID mismatch in your SAP SRM system.