How To Fix BUP_INDU015 - Invalid data for changing industries for business partner

BUP_INDU015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Invalid data for changing industries for business partner

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BUP_INDU015 - Details

• The SAP error message BUP_INDU015 indicates that there is invalid data when attempting to change the industry for a business partner. This error typically arises when the industry code being assigned does not match the expected values or constraints defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Industry Code: The industry code you are trying to assign may not exist in the system or may not be valid for the specific business partner type.
  Inconsistent Data: The business partner may have existing data that conflicts with the new industry code.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain industry codes from being assigned to specific business partner categories.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to change the industry code for the business partner.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Industry Code: Verify that the industry code you are trying to assign is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by