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How To Fix 8B218 - No mainpartner found for PO &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

  • Message number: 218

  • Message text: No mainpartner found for PO &

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  • What causes this issue?

    In the purchase order, no mainpartner could be found.

    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?

    Please check the partner(s) in the purchase order or the NF type
    determination. - For every allowed document type a main partner should
    be defined here.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B218 - No mainpartner found for PO & ?

    The SAP error message 8B218: No main partner found for PO & typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as Purchase Orders (POs). This error indicates that the system cannot find a main partner (such as a vendor or supplier) associated with the specified purchase order.

    Causes:

    1. Missing Partner Data: The purchase order may not have the necessary partner data defined, such as the vendor or supplier information.
    2. Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function (e.g., vendor, ship-to party) may not be correctly assigned or may be missing.
    3. Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the vendor or partner.
    4. Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for partner determination may not be set up correctly.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Purchase Order: Review the purchase order in question to ensure that the main partner (vendor) is correctly assigned. You can do this by navigating to the PO in the SAP system and checking the partner tab.
    2. Maintain Partner Data: If the partner data is missing, you may need to maintain it. This can be done by:
      • Going to the vendor master data and ensuring that the vendor is correctly set up.
      • Ensuring that the partner functions are correctly assigned in the vendor master.
    3. Review Partner Functions: Ensure that the partner functions are correctly defined in the purchase order. You can do this by checking the partner function settings in the PO.
    4. Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the partner determination settings in the system. They may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that the main partner can be determined correctly.
    5. Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the details of the PO and ME11 (Create Purchasing Info Record) to maintain vendor information.

    Related Information:

    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes.
    • Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to partner determination in purchasing to understand how partners are assigned and managed.
    • User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.

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