How To Fix BUTX_FRG0010705 - Field group &1 is hidden; do not enter data in corresponding fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BUTX_FRG0010 - Business Partner Tax Classification

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Field group &1 is hidden; do not enter data in corresponding fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BUTX_FRG0010705 - Field group &1 is hidden; do not enter data in corresponding fields ?

  The SAP error message BUTX_FRG0010705 indicates that a field group is hidden, and therefore, users should not enter data in the corresponding fields. This error typically arises in the context of Business Partner (BP) data management, where certain fields are conditionally hidden based on the configuration or the status of the business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Field Group Configuration: The field group associated with the data entry screen has been configured to be hidden. This could be due to specific settings in the customizing of the Business Partner data model.
  Role-Specific Settings: The fields may be hidden based on the role assigned to the business partner. Different roles may have different field groups, and if a role does not require certain fields, they may be hidden.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the fields in question, leading to them being hidden from the user interface.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Group Configuration: 
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the Business Partner settings and check the configuration for the field groups. Ensure that the field group is set to be visible if it is required for your process.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Roles:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner. If the fields are relevant for a specific role, ensure that the correct role is assigned.
  You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (BP) and reviewing the roles assigned to the partner.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the fields. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team or by using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Business Partner configuration to understand the implications of hidden fields and how to manage them.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you believe it is a system error or bug, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner transaction for managing business partner data.
  SPRO: Customizing transaction for configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Business Partner Roles: Understanding the different roles and their associated field groups can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.