How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS081 - Relationship address has been indicated as the standard address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Relationship address has been indicated as the standard address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS081 - Relationship address has been indicated as the standard address ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS081 indicates that there is an issue with the relationship address being marked as the standard address in the Business Partner (BP) master data. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency in the way addresses are assigned to relationships between business partners.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A relationship between business partners is defined, but the address assigned to that relationship is not correctly set as the standard address.
  The system expects a specific address type (like a standard address) for the relationship, but it finds that the address is not marked as such.
  There may be a configuration issue or a missing assignment in the business partner settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BUP_RELATIONS081 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data.
  Select the relevant business partner and check the relationships defined for it.
  Ensure that the address assigned to the relationship is marked as the standard address.
  
  
  
  Assign Standard Address:
  
  If the address is not marked as the standard address, you can change the address type in the relationship settings.
  Navigate to the relationship details and ensure that the address is set as the standard address.
  
  
  
  Review Relationship Types:
  
  Check the configuration of the relationship types in the system. Ensure that the relationship type you are using allows for the address to be marked as standard.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the business partner data to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to business partner relationships for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if it’s a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP (Business Partner), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser).
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the roles assigned to the business partner are appropriate for the relationships being defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BUP_RELATIONS081 error and ensure that the relationships between business partners are correctly configured.