How To Fix 8B139 - Select partners first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Select partners first

What causes this issue?

No partner has been selected.

System Response

Remains in the partner overview screen.

How to fix this error?

Select at least one partner and press "Partner" button or choose
another function in the menu to leave this screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B139 - Select partners first ?

  The SAP error message 8B139: "Select partners first" typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales documents, purchase orders, or other transactions that require partner roles to be defined.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system expects you to select or define partner roles (such as sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.) before proceeding with the transaction. The error arises when you attempt to perform an action that requires partner information, but none has been specified.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that you have selected the appropriate partners for the transaction. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Transaction: Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., creating a sales order, purchase order, etc.).
  
  
  Select Partners: Look for a section or tab labeled "Partners" or "Partner Functions" in the transaction screen. This is where you can define the necessary partner roles.
  
  
  Enter Partner Information:
  
  Sold-to Party: This is the customer who is purchasing the goods or services.
  Ship-to Party: This is the location where the goods will be delivered.
  Payer: This is the entity responsible for payment.
  Bill-to Party: This is the entity that will receive the invoice.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes: After entering the required partner information, save your changes and try to proceed with the transaction again.
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure: If you are still facing issues, check the partner determination procedure in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO). Ensure that the necessary partner roles are defined and that the system is set up to automatically determine partners based on the criteria you have in place.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes where this error might occur include VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), etc.
  Partner Functions: Familiarize yourself with the different partner functions relevant to your business processes, as they can vary based on the configuration.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on partner determination and configuration settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to select and modify partner information in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration.