How To Fix BUP_INDU001 - Business partner &1 has multiple standrd industries in industry system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_INDU - Business Partner Master Data Segment Industries

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Business partner &1 has multiple standrd industries in industry system &2

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_INDU001 - Business partner &1 has multiple standrd industries in industry system &2 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_INDU001 indicates that a business partner (BP) has been assigned multiple standard industries in the industry system. This situation can arise when the business partner is linked to more than one industry classification, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Industry Assignments: The business partner has been assigned to more than one standard industry in the industry classification system.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation or modification of the business partner, incorrect or duplicate entries may have been made.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may have resulted in multiple industry assignments for the same business partner.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Enter the business partner number that is causing the error.
  Navigate to the Industry tab and review the assigned industries.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Industries:
  
  If you find that the business partner has multiple industries assigned, you will need to remove the duplicates.
  Keep only the relevant industry that should be associated with the business partner.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After saving, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners and SE16N for data table checks.
  Industry Classification: Understand the industry classification system in SAP and how it relates to business partners.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify business partner data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.