How To Fix CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE065 - Save the Business Partner before creating new Contact persons.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Save the Business Partner before creating new Contact persons.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE065 - Save the Business Partner before creating new Contact persons. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE065 indicates that you are trying to create a new contact person for a business partner (BP) without first saving the business partner itself. This error typically occurs in the context of the Business Partner (BP) master data management in SAP, particularly when using the transaction for creating or editing business partners.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires that the main business partner record be saved before you can add related entities, such as contact persons. This is a validation check to ensure that the business partner exists in the database before any related records are created.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save the Business Partner: 
  
  Before attempting to create a new contact person, ensure that you have filled in all the required fields for the business partner and save the main business partner record. 
  You can do this by clicking the "Save" button (usually represented by a disk icon) in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Create Contact Person:
  
  After successfully saving the business partner, you can then proceed to create the contact person. Navigate to the appropriate section for adding contact persons and fill in the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Required Fields:
  
  Ensure that all mandatory fields for the business partner are filled out correctly before saving. Missing required fields can prevent the business partner from being saved.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Role:
  
  Make sure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned that allow for the creation of contact persons.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in transactions such as BP (Business Partner) or when using the Fiori apps related to business partner management.
  Business Partner Roles: Different roles may have different requirements for contact persons. Ensure that the role assigned to the business partner allows for contact person creation.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If the issue persists, check SAP Notes or the official SAP Help Portal for any updates or specific notes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create contact persons for your business partner in SAP.