How To Fix COM_LINK_PARTNER105 - Start date is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_LINK_PARTNER - relationship product to businesspartner

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Start date is missing

What causes this issue?

The start date (link_valid_from) is not available.
You can identify the data record with the missing data with the help of
the following relationship data:
GUID of the data record for the relationships: &V1&
Source ID: &V2&
Partner ID: &V3&
Table index of table &V4&
(only when several data records are processed simultaneously)

System Response

The data record is not processed.

How to fix this error?

Add the missing data to the data record. The lowest value for the date
is 0.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_LINK_PARTNER105 - Start date is missing ?

  The SAP error message COM_LINK_PARTNER105 indicates that there is a missing start date for a specific link partner in the context of a configuration or master data setup. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's configuration for materials management, sales and distribution, or other modules where partner functions are defined.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Start Date: The link partner (such as a vendor, customer, or business partner) has not been assigned a start date in the relevant configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During the creation or modification of a partner function, the start date field may have been left blank or incorrectly filled.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the start date may not have been included in the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_LINK_PARTNER105 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction code SPRO for customizing).
  Look for the partner function settings and ensure that all required fields, including the start date, are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Update the Link Partner Data:
  
  Use the appropriate transaction code (e.g., BP for Business Partner) to access the link partner's details.
  Ensure that the start date is entered in the relevant field. If it is missing, add the appropriate start date.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration logs and ensure that all necessary fields, including the start date, were correctly populated.
  If necessary, re-import the data with the correct start date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the partner function configuration relevant to your module.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), VD01 (Create Customer), XD01 (Create Customer - General), or MK01 (Create Vendor) depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to partner functions and related data.
  
  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 the relevant module.