How To Fix VMD_API110 - Vendor &1: Contact person with partner number &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMD_API - Vendor APIs

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Vendor &1: Contact person with partner number &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMD_API110 - Vendor &1: Contact person with partner number &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VMD_API110 indicates that there is an issue with a contact person associated with a vendor in the system. Specifically, the error states that the contact person with the specified partner number does not exist in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or update vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contact Person: The contact person you are trying to reference does not exist in the vendor master data.
  Incorrect Partner Number: The partner number provided may be incorrect or does not match any existing contact person in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the contact person being deleted or not properly assigned to the vendor.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the contact person data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Contact Person:
  
  Check if the contact person with the specified partner number exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the vendor master data and looking for the contact person.
  Use transaction codes like XK03 (Display Vendor) or BP (Business Partner) to check the details.
  
  
  
  Correct Partner Number:
  
  Ensure that the partner number you are using is correct. If you have access to the vendor master data, verify the partner number against the existing contact persons.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Contact Person:
  
  If the contact person does not exist, you may need to create a new contact person using transaction codes like XK01 (Create Vendor) or BP (Business Partner).
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly when creating or updating the contact person.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage vendor and contact person data. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may need to run data consistency checks or consult with your SAP support team to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK01, XK02, XK03, and BP for managing vendor and contact person data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on vendor master data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.