How To Fix B0137 - Alternative payer & is a collective partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B0 - Business Partner General

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Alternative payer & is a collective partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B0137 - Alternative payer & is a collective partner ?

  The SAP error message B0137 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the alternative payer and the collective partner in the system. This error typically arises in the context of billing or sales documents where an alternative payer is specified, but the system recognizes that the alternative payer is also set up as a collective partner, which can lead to inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The alternative payer is defined in the system as a collective partner, which is not allowed in certain contexts.
  Master Data Setup: The customer master data for the alternative payer may have been incorrectly set up, leading to this conflict.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not allow for a collective partner to be designated as an alternative payer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record for the alternative payer and verify if it is set up as a collective partner. If it is, you may need to change its status or use a different customer that is not a collective partner.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions:
  
  Ensure that the partner functions are correctly assigned in the sales document. The alternative payer should not be set as a collective partner in the context of the document you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to allow for the correct assignment of partners. This may involve working with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Alternative Payer:
  
  If the current alternative payer cannot be changed, consider using a different customer that meets the requirements for the alternative payer role.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to partner functions and collective partners for any specific guidelines or restrictions that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VD03 (Display Customer), VD02 (Change Customer), or VD01 (Create Customer) to manage customer master data.
  Partner Function Configuration: The configuration for partner functions can typically be found in the SPRO transaction under Sales and Distribution settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.