How To Fix CMD_MLTAS005 - Supplier &1 is already assigned to business partner &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_MLTAS - Messages for multiple assignment function

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Supplier &1 is already assigned to business partner &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_MLTAS005 - Supplier &1 is already assigned to business partner &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMD_MLTAS005 indicates that a supplier (vendor) is already assigned to a business partner in the system. This error typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a supplier to a business partner that already has that supplier assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The primary cause of this error is that the supplier you are trying to assign is already linked to the specified business partner.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry, where the same supplier was inadvertently assigned multiple times.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or business rules may prevent the assignment of the same supplier to multiple business partners.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Navigate to the business partner in question and check the existing assignments to see if the supplier is already linked.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to view the details of the business partner.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Assignment:
  
  If the supplier is indeed already assigned and you need to change it, you may need to remove the existing assignment before making a new one.
  This can be done in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the roles assigned to the business partner are appropriate and that the supplier is not mistakenly assigned to multiple roles that conflict with your intended assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on managing business partners and suppliers to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner maintenance, MK01 for creating a vendor, and MK02 for changing vendor details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partners and suppliers in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.