How To Fix CMS_AST317 - Select a business partner ID in partner function &1 for sub-asset &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Select a business partner ID in partner function &1 for sub-asset &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST317 - Select a business partner ID in partner function &1 for sub-asset &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST317 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a business partner (BP) to a specific partner function for a sub-asset in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically arises when the system expects a business partner to be assigned to a particular partner function, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner Assignment: The business partner ID is not assigned to the required partner function for the specified sub-asset.
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner function may not be properly set up in the system, or the business partner may not be valid for the specified partner function.
  Sub-Asset Configuration: The sub-asset may not have the necessary partner function defined, or it may not be linked to the correct business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Verify that the business partner ID is correctly assigned to the required partner function for the sub-asset in question.
  If the assignment is missing, add the business partner to the appropriate partner function.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for partner functions in the Asset Accounting module.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly defined and that it allows for the assignment of business partners.
  
  
  
  Update Sub-Asset Data:
  
  Access the sub-asset details in the Asset Accounting module.
  Check if the partner function is defined for the sub-asset and if it is linked to the correct business partner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage business partner assignments and partner functions in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner), AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to manage assets and business partners.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner assignments and asset configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting and Business Partner management.