How To Fix 9J068 - Partner function &1 not supported for recipient &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Partner function &1 not supported for recipient &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J068 - Partner function &1 not supported for recipient &2 ?

  The SAP error message 9J068 indicates that a specific partner function is not supported for the recipient specified in the message. This error typically arises in the context of partner determination in sales and distribution (SD) or other modules where partner functions are defined.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function Configuration: The partner function defined in the system may not be correctly configured for the specific business partner (customer, vendor, etc.) involved in the transaction.
  Missing Partner Function: The partner function may not be assigned to the recipient in the master data (e.g., customer master).
  Incompatibility: The partner function may not be compatible with the type of transaction being processed (e.g., sales order, delivery).
  Customizations: Custom developments or modifications in the partner determination procedure may lead to this error if not properly implemented.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Partner Determination Procedure.
  Verify that the partner function in question is correctly configured for the relevant partner determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data of the recipient (e.g., customer master) to ensure that the required partner function is assigned.
  Use transaction codes like XD03 (Display Customer) to view the customer details and partner functions.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the partner function is valid for the type of transaction you are processing. For example, certain partner functions may only be applicable for sales orders and not for deliveries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the specific partner function and its intended use within your business processes.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the partner determination logic to identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  XD03: To display customer master data.
  VA01/VA02: To create or change sales orders where the error might occur.
  
  
  
  Partner Functions: Common partner functions include Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Bill-to Party, etc. Ensure that the relevant partner functions are correctly set up in your system.
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and examples related to partner determination and error messages.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections.