How To Fix COM_LINK_PARTNER112 - Combination of partner and function occurs more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_LINK_PARTNER - relationship product to businesspartner

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Combination of partner and function occurs more than once

What causes this issue?

The combination partner &V1& and function &V2& occurs more than once.
This value is not permitted.
You can identify the conflict with the help of the following data:
Start of the affected period: &V3&
End of the affected period: &V4&

System Response

The data record cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

Distribute the periods so that they do not overlap.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_LINK_PARTNER112 - Combination of partner and function occurs more than once ?

  The SAP error message COM_LINK_PARTNER112 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a combination of partner and function in the system. This typically occurs in the context of partner functions in various SAP modules, such as Sales and Distribution (SD), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), or others where partner roles are defined.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Partner Functions: The same partner (e.g., customer, vendor) is assigned multiple times to the same partner function in a document or master data record.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner determination may allow for multiple entries that are not valid in the context of the business process.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors where the same partner is mistakenly added multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_LINK_PARTNER112 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant document (e.g., sales order, purchase order) where the error occurred.
  Review the partner assignments and ensure that each partner function is assigned only once to each partner.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the partner (customer/vendor) in question. Ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same partner function.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or VD03 (Display Customer) to review the partner details.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the issue is related to configuration, you may need to adjust the partner determination procedure in the relevant customizing settings.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant area for partner determination.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entries:
  
  If duplicates are found, delete the unnecessary entries to ensure that each partner function is unique for the partner.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, VD03, VA03, or ME23N depending on the context of the error.
  Partner Functions: Understand the concept of partner functions in SAP, which define the roles that partners play in business transactions (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on partner determination and configuration.
  
  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.