How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS068 - Relationship of type &1 between &2 and &3 does not exist at present

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Relationship of type &1 between &2 and &3 does not exist at present

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS068 - Relationship of type &1 between &2 and &3 does not exist at present ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS068 indicates that a specific relationship of type &1 between two business partners (identified as &2 and &3) does not currently exist in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create, modify, or access a relationship that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Relationship: The relationship type you are trying to use has not been established between the specified business partners.
  Incorrect Business Partner IDs: The IDs for the business partners may be incorrect or not properly defined in the system.
  Relationship Type Not Defined: The relationship type you are trying to use may not be configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the relationship from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Relationship Definition:
  
  Verify if the relationship type you are trying to use is defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data and check the relationships.
  
  
  
  Create the Relationship:
  
  If the relationship does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done through the Business Partner transaction (BP) by selecting the appropriate business partners and adding the desired relationship type.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner IDs:
  
  Ensure that the business partner IDs you are using are correct and that both partners exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create relationships between business partners.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the relationship types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BUPA: Business Partner Administration
  
  
  Relationship Types: Familiarize yourself with the different relationship types available in your SAP system, as they can vary based on configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.