How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS128 - Time-dep. rel. attributes not permitted for rel. cat. &1 and direction &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Time-dep. rel. attributes not permitted for rel. cat. &1 and direction &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS128 - Time-dep. rel. attributes not permitted for rel. cat. &1 and direction &2 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS128 indicates that there is an issue with the time-dependent relationship attributes being used for a specific relationship category and direction in the Business Partner (BP) module. This error typically arises when you attempt to create or modify a relationship that is not allowed to have time-dependent attributes based on the configuration of the relationship category.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Relationship Category: The relationship category you are trying to use does not support time-dependent attributes. Some relationship categories are defined as static and do not allow for time-dependent data.
  Incorrect Direction: The direction specified for the relationship may not be compatible with the relationship category in question.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the relationship category may not have been set up to allow time-dependent attributes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Relationship Category:
  
  Verify the relationship category you are using. Ensure that it is designed to support time-dependent attributes. You can check this in the SAP configuration settings for Business Partners.
  
  
  
  Review Direction:
  
  Ensure that the direction specified for the relationship is correct and compatible with the relationship category. The direction typically indicates whether the relationship is "from" or "to" a specific business partner.
  
  
  
  Modify Configuration:
  
  If you need to use time-dependent attributes for a specific relationship category, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team to modify the settings in the customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Use Static Relationships:
  
  If the relationship category does not support time-dependent attributes, consider using a static relationship instead, if that meets your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific relationship categories and their allowed attributes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner relationships or SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Business Partner Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of business partner relationships in SAP, including how to define and manage relationship categories and their attributes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.