How To Fix BUP_ROLE005 - There are multiple entries with role &2/&3 for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUP_ROLE - BP: Message Class for Roles

• Message number: 005

• Message text: There are multiple entries with role &2/&3 for business partner &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUP_ROLE005 - There are multiple entries with role &2/&3 for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message BUP_ROLE005 indicates that there are multiple entries for a specific role associated with a business partner (BP). This typically occurs when the system finds more than one assignment of the same role to a business partner, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Role Assignments: The business partner has been assigned the same role multiple times, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that role.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, possibly due to incorrect data entry or issues during data migration.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may allow for multiple entries, but the specific transaction or process you are using does not.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and enter the business partner number.
  Navigate to the roles tab and check the assigned roles for the business partner.
  Identify any duplicate entries for the role specified in the error message (e.g., &2/&3).
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you will need to delete the redundant role assignment. Ensure that you keep only one valid entry for that role.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect data inconsistencies, you may want to run a consistency check or use transaction codes like BP_MON to monitor and correct any inconsistencies in business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to business partner roles to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for role assignment.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON: Business Partner Monitoring
  
  
  Role Management: Understanding how roles are assigned and managed in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BUP_ROLE005 error and ensure that your business partner data is correctly maintained.