How To Fix CA_TTE521 - Own business partner ID &1 is not assigned to item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CA_TTE - TTE Messages

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Own business partner ID &1 is not assigned to item

What causes this issue?

The business partner that calls TTE for tax calculation is assigned in
the TTE input document as "Own Business Partner". This business partner
must also be assigned a role for each item.
Example: When a sales order is created for a sales organization, this
sales organization appears for each item under the business partner
role "Order Acceptance" (code OA).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

CRM Order: Contact system administrator.
In the Simulation Tool:
Go to the <ZK>Input Document.</>
Choose the relevant item.
Choose <ZK>ItemBProle</>.
Maintain a role for the own <ZK>BP ID</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CA_TTE521 - Own business partner ID &1 is not assigned to item ?

  The SAP error message CA_TTE521 indicates that the business partner ID specified in the transaction is not assigned to the item in question. This error typically arises in scenarios involving business partner management, especially when dealing with transactions that require specific business partner assignments.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Assignment: The business partner ID you are using is not linked to the item or transaction you are trying to process. This could happen if the business partner was not properly assigned to the relevant item or if there are changes in the business partner data that have not been reflected in the item.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect assignments in the configuration or master data.
  Transaction Context: The error may also occur if the transaction context does not allow for the specified business partner ID to be used with the item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or master data where the item is defined.
  Verify if the business partner ID is correctly assigned to the item. This can usually be done in the business partner master data or the item configuration.
  If the assignment is missing, you will need to add the business partner ID to the item.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  If the business partner ID is supposed to be linked to the item, ensure that the master data is updated accordingly.
  You may need to consult with your data management team to ensure that all necessary assignments are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that the business partner ID is valid for the context of the transaction.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction parameters to include the correct business partner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on business partner assignments and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Role: Ensure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned that are necessary for the transaction.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing business partners and items (e.g., BP for business partner maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CA_TTE521 error and ensure that the business partner ID is correctly assigned to the item in question.