How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND015 - No valid partner function assignment exists

/BEV4/PLPEND015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No valid partner function assignment exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND015 - No valid partner function assignment exists ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND015 No valid partner function assignment exists typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with partner functions in the logistics or sales processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid assignment for a partner function that is required for processing a transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Function Assignment: The most common cause is that the partner function required for the transaction is not assigned to the relevant business partner (customer, vendor, etc.).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner functions in the relevant module (like Sales and Distribution, or Logistics) may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the business partner or the transaction being processed.
  Transaction Type Issues: The specific transaction type being processed may not have the necessary partner functions defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Assignment:
  
  Go to the relevant business partner master data (e.g., customer