How To Fix 67357 - Partner is not a &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 357

• Message text: Partner is not a &

What causes this issue?

The partner you have selected cannot be the main contractual partner in
this area.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the role of the partner and enter a partner again, if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67357 - Partner is not a & ?

  The SAP error message 67357, which states "Partner is not a &," typically occurs in the context of partner functions in SAP, particularly when dealing with business partner roles in sales and distribution (SD) or other modules that involve partner determination.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function: The system is expecting a specific partner function (like Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, etc.) but the partner assigned does not match the required function.
  Missing Partner Data: The partner data may not be correctly maintained in the system, leading to the inability to find a valid partner for the specified function.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of partner determination procedures, which define how partners are assigned in various transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurred (e.g., sales order creation).
  Verify that the partner functions are correctly assigned. Ensure that the partner assigned to the relevant function is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions:
  
  Check the configuration of partner functions in the relevant customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Partner Determination Procedure and ensure that the partner determination procedure is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Maintain Business Partners:
  
  Ensure that the business partner data is complete and correctly maintained. You can check this in transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Verify that the partner has the necessary roles assigned that correspond to the partner functions required in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, ensure that they are not interfering with the standard partner determination process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  VA01 - Create Sales Order
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Partner Determination: Understanding how partner determination works in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  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.