How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS086 - Key date must be filled for reading relationships of category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Key date must be filled for reading relationships of category &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS086 - Key date must be filled for reading relationships of category &1 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS086 indicates that a key date must be specified when attempting to read relationships of a certain category in the Business Partner (BP) module. This error typically arises when the system requires a specific date to determine the validity of relationships between business partners, but that date has not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The key date parameter is missing or not filled in the function call or transaction where relationships are being queried.
  The system needs a key date to assess the relationships, as relationships can be time-dependent.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Provide a Key Date: Ensure that you are supplying a valid key date when calling the function or transaction that retrieves relationships. This date should represent the point in time for which you want to check the relationships.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are using a custom program or report, check the code to ensure that the key date is being set correctly before the function call.
  
  
  Use Current Date: If you are unsure which date to use, you can often use the current date (SY-DATUM) as a default key date, unless there are specific business requirements that dictate otherwise.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific function module or transaction you are using to understand the requirements for the key date.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or program again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Relationships: In SAP, business partners can have various relationships (e.g., vendor, customer, etc.) that may be valid only for certain periods. The key date helps the system determine which relationships are active at a given time.
  Function Modules: If you are working with function modules like BUPA_RELATION_READ, ensure that the parameters are correctly populated, including the key date.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  By ensuring that a key date is provided and correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the BUP_RELATIONS086 error and successfully read the desired relationships.