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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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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  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 creating or changing business partner data.
  In integration scenarios involving SAP Central Business Partner and other SAP modules.
  During data migration or master data load processes.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check the Business Partner Data:
  
  Verify that the CBP item (business partner element) referenced by &1 actually exists in the system.
  Use transaction BP to check the business partner master data.
  Ensure that the item &1 is correctly maintained and active.
  
  
  
  Check the Mapping and Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration for business partner integration, especially if this error occurs during replication or synchronization.
  Check customizing settings in SPRO under Cross-Application Components > SAP Business Partner.
  Verify the mapping between business partner roles, groupings, and related items.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Checks:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify missing or inconsistent business partner data.
  Use standard SAP reports or tools like /SAPAPO/OM17 (if APO is involved) or other relevant tools depending on your system.
  
  
  
  Debugging / Logs:
  
  Check application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages.
  If you have development support, debug the process where the error occurs to identify why the item is not found.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Correct Missing Items:
  
  If the item is missing, recreate or correct the business partner data.
  If the error is due to migration, re-run or correct the migration steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WSAM_SHMAE003 for any known issues or patches.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction BP – Business Partner maintenance.
  SPRO Path:
  
  Cross-Application Components > SAP Business Partner > Basic Settings > Business Partner Integration
  SAP Help Portal on SAP Business Partner and integration scenarios.
  SAP Notes and KBAs related to CBP errors.
  Integration with modules like SD (Customer/Vendor integration), MM, FI.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., during which process or transaction the error occurs), I can help you with more specific troubleshooting steps.