How To Fix CMD_API116 - Fill partner ID for partner role &1 of customer &2 in Sales Area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_API - Customer APIs

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Fill partner ID for partner role &1 of customer &2 in Sales Area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_API116 - Fill partner ID for partner role &1 of customer &2 in Sales Area &3 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_API116 indicates that there is a missing partner ID for a specific partner role associated with a customer in a particular sales area. This error typically arises when trying to create or update a customer master record, and the system requires a partner ID for a specific role (like sold-to party, ship-to party, etc.) but cannot find it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The partner ID for the specified partner role is not filled in the customer master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner determination procedure may not be correctly configured, leading to missing partner roles.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary partner information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Go to the customer master record (transaction code XD02 for change or XD03 for display).
  Navigate to the "Sales Area Data" section and check the partner tab.
  Ensure that the partner ID for the specified partner role is filled in.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the partner determination procedure assigned to the customer.
  Ensure that the necessary partner roles are included in the procedure and that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Data:
  
  If the partner ID is missing, you may need to add it manually. You can do this by editing the customer master record and filling in the required partner information.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the customer data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on partner roles and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner Roles: Common partner roles include Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Bill-to Party, and Payer. Each role requires a specific partner ID.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like XD01 (Create Customer), XD02 (Change Customer), and XD03 (Display Customer) for managing customer data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to customer master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_API116 error and ensure that the partner ID for the specified partner role is correctly maintained in the customer master data.