How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS073 - Errors in import; no data suitable for relationship number was passed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Errors in import; no data suitable for relationship number was passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS073 - Errors in import; no data suitable for relationship number was passed ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS073 indicates that there was an issue during the import of business partner relationships, specifically that no suitable data was passed for the specified relationship number. This error typically occurs when trying to create or update relationships between business partners in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the data required for the specified relationship number is missing or not correctly formatted in the import file or data structure.
  Incorrect Relationship Type: The relationship type being used may not be valid for the business partners involved.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped in the import process, leading to the absence of necessary fields.
  Configuration Issues: The relationship type may not be properly configured in the system, or the business partners may not be set up to have that relationship.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Verify that the data being imported contains all the necessary fields for the relationship type. Ensure that the business partner IDs and relationship type are correctly specified.
  Validate Relationship Type: Ensure that the relationship type you are trying to use is valid and configured correctly in the system. You can check this in the customizing settings for business partner relationships.
  Review Mapping: If you are using a data import tool or middleware, review the mapping configuration to ensure that all required fields are being populated correctly.
  Test with Sample Data: Try importing a small set of data that you know is correct to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the issue.
  Check Logs: Review any logs or detailed error messages that may provide more context about what data was expected and what was actually received.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the relationship types and their requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manually check the business partner data and relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to business partner relationships.
  Customizing Settings: Navigate to the customizing settings for business partners (SPRO) to review the configuration of relationship types and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BUP_RELATIONS073 error.