How To Fix UDM_MSG099 - Error when reading the contact person data from FI system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UDM_MSG - FSCM-DM: Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Error when reading the contact person data from FI system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UDM_MSG099 - Error when reading the contact person data from FI system &1 ?

  The SAP error message UDM_MSG099 typically indicates an issue with reading contact person data from the Financial Accounting (FI) system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with customer or vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the contact person records in the FI system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contact person data.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration problems in the integration between the FI module and the module you are working with (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Customer Relationship Management).
  Master Data Not Maintained: The contact person data may not be maintained correctly in the master data records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that the contact person data exists in the FI system and is correctly maintained.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or XD03 (Display Customer) to check the contact person details.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contact person data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the integration between the FI module and the module you are using. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  If the contact person data is missing, you may need to create or update the contact person records in the master data. This can be done through the relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, XD01, XD02, XD03, and VK01 for managing business partners and customer data.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific modules you are working with to understand how contact person data is managed and integrated.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.