How To Fix UX296 - No header record transferred yet for partner & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UX - TR: Business Partner and Loan Conversion

• Message number: 296

• Message text: No header record transferred yet for partner & & &

What causes this issue?

Partner data has been transferred, but there is no central data for
this partner.

System Response

The record is not processed.

How to fix this error?

When you create a partner, enter the central data before you enter
additional details. Make sure that the central business partner data
(BP000) is transferred before the other partner data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UX296 - No header record transferred yet for partner & & & ?

  The SAP error message UX296, which states "No header record transferred yet for partner & & &," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or IDoc processing. This error indicates that the system is expecting a header record for a specific partner (identified by the placeholders) but has not received it yet.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Header Record: The most common cause is that the header record for the specified partner has not been sent or processed yet.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in the transmission of the header record.
  IDoc Processing Issues: There may be issues in the IDoc processing logic, such as incorrect segment definitions or mapping errors.
  Communication Issues: Network or communication problems may prevent the header record from being transmitted successfully.
  Timing Issues: If the system is expecting the header record to arrive at a specific time and it hasn't, this error can occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Partner Profile: Verify the partner profile settings in transaction WE20. Ensure that the settings for the message type and the communication method are correct.
  Monitor IDoc Status: Use transaction WE02 or WE05 to monitor the status of IDocs. Check if the header record has been generated and if there are any errors associated with it.
  Reprocess IDocs: If the header record was not processed correctly, you may need to reprocess the IDocs. This can be done using transaction BD87.
  Check Communication Logs: Review the communication logs to identify any issues in the transmission of the header record. This can help pinpoint network or configuration issues.
  Review Application Logic: If you have custom logic for processing IDocs, review it to ensure that it correctly handles the header record and that there are no programming errors.
  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: 
  
  WE20: Partner Profiles
  WE02/WE05: IDoc Monitoring
  BD87: Reprocess IDocs
  
  
  IDoc Structure: Familiarize yourself with the IDoc structure, especially the header and data segments, to understand how they interact.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.