How To Fix 09255 - Wrong partner role: & is not defined for role &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 09 -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Wrong partner role: & is not defined for role &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 09255 - Wrong partner role: & is not defined for role & ?

  The SAP error message "09255 Wrong partner role: & is not defined for role &" typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with business partners in sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactional data. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid partner for a specified role in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Role Definition: The partner role that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system for the specific business partner.
  Incorrect Partner Assignment: The business partner may not be assigned to the correct partner role in the relevant master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner determination procedure that prevent the system from recognizing the partner role.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the partner determination settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to the relevant area for partner determination (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination).
  Verify that the partner role in question is correctly defined and assigned to the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data.
  Check if the business partner is assigned to the required partner roles. If not, you may need to add the necessary roles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the partner determination procedure assigned to the document type includes the partner role you are trying to use.
  You can find this in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, try creating a transaction with a different business partner or document type to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on partner roles and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are any custom developments (user exits or BAdIs) that might affect partner determination, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Partner Roles: Understand the different partner roles (e.g., Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Payer, etc.) and their significance in the business process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to partner determination errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.