How To Fix 88477 - Specify a partner function for field &1 in &2 for key &3

88477 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 88 - REA Processing

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Specify a partner function for field &1 in &2 for key &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 88477 - Specify a partner function for field &1 in &2 for key &3 ?

  The SAP error message 88477, which states "Specify a partner function for field &1 in &2 for key &3," typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP. This error indicates that a required partner function has not been specified for a particular business transaction or document.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Partner Function: The partner function that is required for the transaction (e.g., sales order, purchase order) has not been defined or is missing in the partner determination procedure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for partner determination may not be set up correctly in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Entry Issues: The user may not have entered the necessary partner function in the relevant fields when creating or modifying the document.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the partner determination