How To Fix 9J346 - Partner function &3 not found for SD order &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 346

• Message text: Partner function &3 not found for SD order &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J346 - Partner function &3 not found for SD order &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message 9J346 indicates that a specific partner function (denoted as &3) is not found for a Sales and Distribution (SD) order identified by &1 (order number) and &2 (order type). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the required partner function in the master data or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Function in Master Data: The partner function may not be defined for the customer or vendor master data associated with the order.
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner function may not be configured correctly in the relevant customizing settings for the sales document type.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the partner determination procedure.
  Partner Determination Procedure: The partner determination procedure assigned to the sales document type may not include the required partner function.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer or vendor master record and verify if the required partner function is defined.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly assigned to the relevant customer/vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings (Transaction SPRO) and check the partner determination procedure assigned to the sales document type.
  Ensure that the partner function in question is included in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the partner function is missing, you may need to add it to the partner determination procedure.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly linked to the relevant sales area and document type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, create a test sales order to verify that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on partner functions and partner determination procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction codes like VD03 (Display Customer), XD03 (Display Customer (Centrally)), or VK03 (Display Customer Master Sales Area) to check customer data.
  Use SPRO to access the configuration settings for partner determination.
  
  
  
  Partner Functions: Common partner functions in SD include Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Bill-to Party, and Payer. Ensure that the necessary partner functions are defined for your business processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to partner functions and SD orders.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.