How To Fix 69156 - Partner & is still entered as payer/payee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Partner & is still entered as payer/payee

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the partner if the partner is defined as the
payer/payee:
In a condition item
In the payment details

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change the payer/payee in the "<ZK>Condition Details</>" screen for the
relevant condition item(s).
Delete the payment details for this partner.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69156 - Partner & is still entered as payer/payee ?

  The SAP error message 69156, which states "Partner & is still entered as payer/payee," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete or change a partner function (such as payer or payee) in a business transaction, but the partner is still being referenced in other transactions or documents.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The partner (customer or vendor) is still linked to open transactions, such as invoices, purchase orders, or contracts.
  Incomplete Deletion: The partner function has not been completely removed from all relevant documents or master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the partner determination procedure that prevent the deletion of the partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Open Transactions: Review all open transactions that reference the partner. This includes checking for any outstanding invoices, purchase orders, or contracts that may still be using the partner as a payer or payee.
  Remove Partner from Transactions: If you find any active transactions, you will need to either complete them or remove the partner from those transactions before you can delete or change the partner function.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the partner function is removed from the master data (customer/vendor) in the relevant areas (e.g., sales area, purchasing organization).
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and check the partner functions associated with the business partner.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, XD02 (Change Customer), MK02 (Change Vendor), etc.
  Partner Functions: Understand the different partner functions and their roles in business processes (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, payee).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to partner functions and related transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.