How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS044 - Business partner cat. is not designated for this relationship cat. (TBZ9)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_RELATIONS - BPR: Message Class for Relationship Segments

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Business partner cat. is not designated for this relationship cat. (TBZ9)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS044 - Business partner cat. is not designated for this relationship cat. (TBZ9) ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS044 indicates that the business partner category you are trying to use is not designated for the specified relationship category. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or maintain a relationship between business partners, and the configuration does not allow for that specific combination.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The business partner category (e.g., organization, person, group) is not set up to allow relationships with the specified relationship category.
  Missing Relationship Type: The relationship type you are trying to use may not be defined for the business partner categories involved.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as selecting the wrong business partner category or relationship category.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data > Business Partner > Business Partner Relationships > Define Relationship Categories.
  Ensure that the relationship category you are trying to use is correctly configured for the business partner categories involved.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Categories:
  
  Check the business partner categories of the involved partners to ensure they are compatible with the relationship category.
  You can view the business partner details using transaction code BP.
  
  
  
  Adjust Relationship Type:
  
  If necessary, create or modify the relationship type to include the required business partner categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to business partner relationships for additional guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the relationship creation again to ensure the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to business partner relationships.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify business partner relationships.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and ensuring that the correct categories are being used, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.