How To Fix UDM_BUPA_TRANS_DATA124 - Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist (customer &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UDM_BUPA_TRANS_DATA - FSCM-COL: Collections Management (Transaction Data)

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist (customer &2)

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What causes this issue?

For customer &V2&, GUID &V1& was determined when data was sent in FI.
The system uses this GUID to determine the relevant business partner
when the data is posted in Collections Management. However, the business
partner does not exist in the Collections Management system.

System Response

The posting of the data is interrupted due to this inconsistency.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the master data from FI has been distributed to
Collections Management. The master data must be distributed before the
creation of data for Collections Management.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UDM_BUPA_TRANS_DATA124 - Business partner with GUID &1 does not exist (customer &2) ?

  The SAP error message UDM_BUPA_TRANS_DATA124 indicates that the system is unable to find a business partner (BP) with the specified GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) in the context of a customer transaction. This error typically arises in scenarios involving business partner management, especially when integrating customer data with business partner data.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Business Partner: The GUID provided does not correspond to any existing business partner in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or failure in the synchronization process between the business partner data and customer data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for business partner integration may not be set up correctly.
  Data Deletion: The business partner might have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Existence:
  
  Use transaction code BP to check if the business partner with the specified GUID exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or investigate why it is missing.
  
  
  
  Check Data Synchronization:
  
  Ensure that the data synchronization processes between the customer and business partner data are functioning correctly.
  If using middleware or integration tools, check for any errors or logs that might indicate issues.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to business partner management in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings for customer integration with business partners are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity:
  
  If the business partner was deleted, consider restoring it if possible or creating a new one with the required details.
  Ensure that the business partner is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage business partner data.
  Consult with your SAP security team if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  SE16N: Data Browser (to view data in tables)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  BUT000: Business Partner: General Data
  BUT020: Business Partner: Address Data
  KNA1: General Data in Customer Master
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner Management for detailed information on how business partners are managed and integrated with customer data.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.