How To Fix BPOB010 - No business partner role was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BPOB - Partner-Object Relationship

• Message number: 010

• Message text: No business partner role was selected

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether settings were made for the assignment category you use in
the IMG activity <LS>Assign Additional Roles</>, and make changes, if
necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BPOB010 - No business partner role was selected ?

  The SAP error message BPOB010, which states "No business partner role was selected," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a business partner (BP) in the SAP system, but you have not assigned a role to the business partner. Business partner roles are essential in SAP as they define the functions and responsibilities of the business partner within the system.
  Cause:
  
  No Role Assigned: The primary cause of this error is that when creating or editing a business partner, you did not select any role for the business partner.
  Role Configuration: The roles that are available for selection may not be properly configured or may not be assigned to the user.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign roles to business partners.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Role: When creating or editing a business partner, ensure that you select at least one role from the available options. This can typically be done in the "Roles" tab during the business partner creation process.
  Check Role Configuration: If you believe you should have roles available but do not see any, check the configuration of business partner roles in the system. This can be done by navigating to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to assign roles to business partners. This may require checking with your SAP security team or administrator.
  Review Business Partner Settings: If you are working in a specific area (like customer or vendor), ensure that the relevant settings for business partners are correctly configured in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Business partner roles define the specific functions of a business partner, such as customer, vendor, or employee. Each role has its own set of data and attributes.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to business partners include:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on business partner roles and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.