How To Fix BUP_RELATIONS157 - Creation of CTDF data incomplete: Rejected changes (&1, &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 157

• Message text: Creation of CTDF data incomplete: Rejected changes (&1, &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS157 - Creation of CTDF data incomplete: Rejected changes (&1, &2) ?

  The SAP error message BUP_RELATIONS157 indicates that there was an issue with the creation of CTDF (Customer/Business Partner Data Framework) data, specifically that some changes were rejected during the process. This error typically occurs when there are inconsistencies or issues with the data being processed in relation to business partner relationships.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may have inconsistencies, such as missing mandatory fields or invalid values.
  Business Partner Relationships: There may be issues with the relationships defined between business partners, such as circular references or invalid relationship types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the business partner data.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system configuration problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Validity: Review the data being processed for any inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Relationships: Check the relationships between business partners to ensure they are valid and do not contain circular references or invalid types.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Error Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the process.
  Reprocess Changes: If the issue is resolved, attempt to reprocess the changes that were rejected.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner data processing for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data and relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.