How To Fix CMS_CUS_AST003 - Business partner functions not defined for asset type: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_AST - Asset customizing messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Business partner functions not defined for asset type: &1

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Define business partner function (BPF) sets for asset types in the
Implementation Guide (IMG) activity <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_BPF_SET>Define
Partner Function Sets.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST003 - Business partner functions not defined for asset type: &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST003 indicates that there are no business partner functions defined for a specific asset type in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform an operation related to asset management, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the business partner associated with the asset type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner functions for the specified asset type have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Asset Type: The asset type being referenced may not have been properly set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to business partners and asset types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Check if the business partner related to the asset type is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the necessary roles and functions are assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Define Business Partner Functions:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for business partners.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable -> Business Partner -> Business Partner Roles.
  Ensure that the relevant business partner functions for the asset type are defined.
  
  
  
  Check Asset Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OAOA to check the configuration of asset types.
  Ensure that the asset type in question is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate business partner functions.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring business partners and asset types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OAOA: Asset Type Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify business partner and asset type configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_CUS_AST003 error and ensure that the business partner functions are correctly defined for the asset type in question.