How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS131 - Time-dependent relship attributes not permitted for relship category &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Time-dependent relship attributes not permitted for relship category &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS131 - Time-dependent relship attributes not permitted for relship category &1 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS131 indicates that there is an issue with time-dependent relationship attributes in the context of a specific relationship category. This error typically arises when you attempt to create or modify a relationship in the Business Partner (BP) module that does not support time-dependent attributes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The relationship category you are trying to use does not allow for time-dependent attributes. Some relationship categories in SAP are defined as static, meaning they do not support changes over time.
  You may be trying to set a validity period (start and end dates) for a relationship that is not designed to handle such attributes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Relationship Category: Verify the relationship category you are using. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP. Ensure that the category supports time-dependent attributes.
  
  
  Use a Different Relationship Category: If the current relationship category does not support time-dependent attributes, consider using a different category that does. You can find a list of relationship categories in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Remove Time-Dependent Attributes: If you must use the current relationship category, you will need to remove any time-dependent attributes (such as start and end dates) from your relationship definition.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP to understand the limitations and capabilities of the relationship categories you are working with.
  
  
  Check Customizations: If your organization has customized the relationship categories, check with your SAP development team to ensure that the customizations are not causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Business Partner management, such as BP (Business Partner) and BP_REL (Business Partner Relationships).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.