How To Fix VMS_ESOA018 - EndBuyer &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMS_ESOA - Messages for Vehicle Services

• Message number: 018

• Message text: EndBuyer &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMS_ESOA018 - EndBuyer &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message VMS_ESOA018: EndBuyer &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Vendor Management System (VMS) or SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when dealing with supplier or buyer master data, especially in scenarios involving external services or purchase orders.
  
  Cause
  
  The error indicates that the system is trying to reference an EndBuyer (a buyer or purchasing contact person) with an identifier &1 (which will be replaced by the actual ID in the message) that does not exist in the system.
  This usually happens when:
  
  The EndBuyer ID is missing or incorrectly maintained in the master data.
  The EndBuyer has not been created or assigned in the relevant organizational unit or purchasing group.
  There is a mismatch or inconsistency between the buyer data in the external system and SAP.
  The EndBuyer is referenced in a document (e.g., purchase order, service entry sheet) but is not valid or active in the system.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Verify EndBuyer Master Data:
  
  Check if the EndBuyer ID mentioned in the error exists in the system.
  Use transaction codes like:
  
  BP (Business Partner) to check if the buyer exists as a business partner.
  Or specific VMS/SRM transactions to verify buyer master data.
  
  
  
  
  
  Create or Maintain EndBuyer:
  
  If the EndBuyer does not exist, create the buyer master record.
  Ensure the EndBuyer is assigned to the correct organizational unit, purchasing group, or relevant role.
  
  
  
  Check Integration and Data Consistency:
  
  If the data is coming from an external system (e.g., VMS or external buyer management), ensure the synchronization or data transfer is correct.
  Re-import or update the buyer master data if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Document Data:
  
  Check the document (purchase order, service entry sheet, etc.) that triggered the error.
  Correct the EndBuyer field to a valid and existing EndBuyer ID.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Look for SAP Notes related to VMS_ESOA018 for any patches or known issues.
  Example SAP Note search keywords: "VMS_ESOA018", "EndBuyer does not exist".
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Module: SAP Vendor Management System (VMS), Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), or Materials Management (MM) depending on context.
  Transactions:
  
  BP - Business Partner maintenance.
  VMS-specific transactions for buyer management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to VMS_ESOA018.
  Configuration: Ensure that buyer roles and organizational assignments are properly configured in the system.
  User Roles: Ensure the user creating or processing the document has the necessary authorizations to access and assign EndBuyer data.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction, process step) where the error occurs, I can help with more specific instructions.