How To Fix WSAM_SHMAE003 - CBP Item &1 in item &2 is not found

WSAM_SHMAE003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSAM_SHMAE - Message class for SRS enhanced mat search and ATP request

• Message number: 003

• Message text: CBP Item &1 in item &2 is not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSAM_SHMAE003 - CBP Item &1 in item &2 is not found ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSAM_SHMAE003 CBP Item &1 in item &2 is not found
  
  Meaning / 
  Cause:
  This error occurs in the SAP Central Business Partner (CBP) or SAP S/4HANA system when a referenced CBP item (business partner data element) is not found or does not exist in the expected context or mapping. Specifically, the system is trying to find a CBP item with identifier &1 within another item or structure &2, but it cannot locate it.
  Common causes include:
  
  Missing or inconsistent business partner master data.
  Incorrect or incomplete mapping/configuration in the integration between CBP and other SAP components (e.g., SD, MM, FI).
  Data inconsistencies during data replication or synchronization between SAP Business Partner and other modules.
  Custom enhancements or interfaces referencing non-existing CBP items.
  Issues in the migration or upgrade process where some CBP items were not properly created or linked.
  
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  During business partner synchronization or replication.
  When