How To Fix CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE087 - Identification type &1 cannot be maintained in this application

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Identification type &1 cannot be maintained in this application

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE087 - Identification type &1 cannot be maintained in this application ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTBP_MESSAGE087, which states "Identification type &1 cannot be maintained in this application," typically occurs when there is an issue with the identification type being used in the Business Partner (BP) application. This error can arise in various scenarios, particularly when trying to maintain or create a Business Partner with specific identification types that are not allowed in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Identification Type: The identification type specified (represented by &1 in the error message) is not configured to be maintained in the current application or context.
  Configuration Issues: The identification type may not be set up correctly in the system or may not be allowed for the specific business partner role you are trying to maintain.
  Role-Specific Restrictions: Certain identification types may be restricted to specific business partner roles, and if you are trying to use them in an incompatible role, this error can occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the specified identification type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Identification Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Business Partner in the SAP system.
  Verify that the identification type you are trying to maintain is allowed for the specific business partner role you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the identification type is compatible with the business partner role you are trying to maintain.
  If necessary, adjust the roles or use a different identification type that is permitted for the role.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the identification type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on identification types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Master Data: Understanding how business partner master data is structured in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to identification types.
  Identification Types: Familiarize yourself with the different identification types available in SAP and their intended use cases.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.