How To Fix CA_TTE455 - Maintain Own Business Partner ID on header level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA_TTE - TTE Messages

• Message number: 455

• Message text: Maintain Own Business Partner ID on header level

What causes this issue?

The <ZK>Own Partner ID has not been defined in the Header level of the
input document.</>

System Response

No tax determination is possible.

How to fix this error?

Go to the Input Document
Choose <ZK>Header</>.
Enter <ZK>Own Partner ID</> in <ZK>BP ID</>.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA_TTE455 - Maintain Own Business Partner ID on header level ?

  The SAP error message CA_TTE455, which states "Maintain Own Business Partner ID on header level," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve business partner management, such as SAP S/4HANA or SAP Business Suite. This error indicates that the system requires a Business Partner (BP) ID to be maintained at the header level of a transaction or document.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered when:
  
  A transaction or document is being processed that requires a Business Partner ID, but it has not been specified at the header level.
  The system is configured to enforce the requirement for a Business Partner ID for certain processes, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or service requests.
  The Business Partner ID is either missing or incorrectly maintained in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CA_TTE455 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Document Header:
  
  Open the transaction or document where the error occurred.
  Navigate to the header section and look for a field labeled "Business Partner" or similar.
  Ensure that a valid Business Partner ID is entered.
  
  
  
  Maintain Business Partner ID:
  
  If the Business Partner ID is missing, you will need to create or assign a Business Partner ID that is relevant to the transaction.
  You can do this by using the transaction code BP to create or edit a Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the error persists, check the configuration settings related to Business Partner management in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings for the relevant document type allow for the maintenance of Business Partner IDs at the header level.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining Business Partner IDs in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain Business Partner information.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Concept: Understand the role of Business Partners in SAP, which can represent customers, vendors, or other entities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner maintenance, VA01 for creating sales orders, or ME21N for creating purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CA_TTE455 error and successfully maintain the required Business Partner ID at the header level.