How To Fix CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE028 - No account group assigned to grouping &1; check Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE - Message class for Draft persistency in Customer and Supplier

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No account group assigned to grouping &1; check Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE028 - No account group assigned to grouping &1; check Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE028 indicates that there is no account group assigned to the specified grouping in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or manage business partners (BPs) in SAP, and the system cannot find a valid account group for the specified grouping.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The account group for the specified grouping has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Grouping: The grouping you are trying to use may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to a valid account group.
  Customizing Issues: There may be issues in the Customizing settings related to business partner configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Business Partner Roles > Define Account Groups.
  Ensure that the account group you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Account Group to Grouping:
  
  In the same Customizing area, check if the account group is assigned to the relevant grouping.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to create or modify the assignment.
  
  
  
  Verify Grouping:
  
  Ensure that the grouping you are using is valid and corresponds to the correct account group.
  You can check the grouping settings under Business Partner > Business Partner Roles > Define Groupings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or manage a business partner again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to access the business partner management screen.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on business partner configuration and account groups.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.