How To Fix XR022 - Business partner &1 does not exist -> partner role &2 not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XR - CRM Business Partner Data Exchange

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Business partner &1 does not exist -> partner role &2 not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XR022 - Business partner &1 does not exist -> partner role &2 not created ?

  The SAP error message XR022 indicates that a business partner (BP) does not exist for a specified partner role. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or assign a partner role to a business partner that has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Not Created: The business partner you are trying to reference has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Partner Role: The partner role you are trying to assign may not be valid or may not be configured correctly for the business partner.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create the business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the Business Partner:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Check if the business partner exists. If not, create a new business partner with the required roles.
  Ensure that you fill in all mandatory fields and assign the correct partner roles.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Role Configuration:
  
  Check if the partner role you are trying to assign is correctly configured in the system.
  Use transaction code BP to review the roles assigned to the business partner and ensure that the role is valid.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for any inconsistencies.
  Ensure that the business partner and partner role entries are correctly maintained in the database.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify business partners.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to business partner management for additional guidance on the specific partner roles and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that can be assigned to a business partner (e.g., customer, vendor) and their specific configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.