How To Fix VMD_API085 - Vendor &1: HR master record &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Vendor &1: HR master record &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API085 - Vendor &1: HR master record &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API085 indicates that there is an issue with the vendor's HR master record. Specifically, the message states that the HR master record for the specified vendor does not exist. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to process vendor-related transactions that require HR data.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing HR Master Record: The HR master record for the specified vendor has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number provided in the transaction may be incorrect or does not correspond to an existing vendor.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between the vendor master data and HR master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HR master record.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Vendor Number: Verify that the vendor number you are using is