How To Fix UGMD2043 - Transport in import phase: Business partner - GUID &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD2 - Master Data Maintenance (SEM: FIN Basis)

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Transport in import phase: Business partner - GUID &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD2043 - Transport in import phase: Business partner - GUID &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message UGMD2043 indicates that there is an issue with a Business Partner (BP) during the transport import phase. Specifically, it states that the Business Partner with the given GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) is invalid. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified Business Partner in the target system during the import of transport requests.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The Business Partner with the specified GUID does not exist in the target system. This can happen if the Business Partner was not transported or created in the target system prior to the import.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the source and target systems, leading to the GUID not being recognized.
  Transport Order Issues: The transport order may not have included all necessary objects related to the Business Partner, leading to incomplete data during the import.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the import may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the Business Partner in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Business Partner Existence: Verify if the Business Partner with the specified GUID exists in the target system. You can do this by using transaction code BP or BP_MON to search for the Business Partner.
  Transport Dependencies: Ensure that all necessary transport requests that include the Business Partner and its related data have been imported into the target system. If the Business Partner was created in a different transport, make sure that transport is imported first.
  Manual Creation: If the Business Partner does not exist in the target system and is not included in any transport, you may need to manually create the Business Partner in the target system.
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context on why the import failed.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user performing the import has the necessary authorizations to create or modify Business Partners in the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like BP, BP_MON, or SE01 to manage Business Partners and transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Business Partner transport errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Business Partner management and transport management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGMD2043 error and implement a solution to resolve it.