How To Fix 8B174 - The main partner cannot be deleted

8B174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 174

• Message text: The main partner cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The partner selected for deletion is the main partner of the Nota
Fiscal. (It was either entered on the entry screen in case of a manual
NF or determined automatically if the NF is created by an application.)

System Response

The main partner will not be deleted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B174 - The main partner cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message 8B174 ("The main partner cannot be deleted") typically occurs in the context of partner functions in SAP, particularly when dealing with business partner relationships in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM). This error indicates that the system is preventing the deletion of a main partner because it is essential for the business partner's functionality.
  
  Cause:
  
  Main Partner Role: The partner you are trying to delete is designated as a "main partner" in the system. Main partners are critical for transactions and cannot be removed without addressing their role.
  Dependencies: There may be existing dependencies or transactions that rely on the main partner, making it impossible to delete.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict the deletion of main partners to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Roles: Verify the partner roles assigned to the business partner. If the partner is marked as a main partner, you may