How To Fix COM_PARTNER102 - No changes possible without entering a partner det. procedure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER - Partner Processing Messages

• Message number: 102

• Message text: No changes possible without entering a partner det. procedure

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change a partner (add, delete), but haven't entered a
valid partner determination procedure.

How to fix this error?

Maintain a suitable partner determination procedure and assign it to
the corresponding user (for example, business transaction type or item
category).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PARTNER102 - No changes possible without entering a partner det. procedure ?

  The SAP error message COM_PARTNER102 indicates that you are trying to make changes to a document or transaction in the SAP system without having specified a partner determination procedure. This is typically encountered in the context of partner functions in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The system requires a partner determination procedure to be defined for the transaction you are trying to modify.
  The partner determination procedure is not set up correctly or is missing for the relevant document type.
  You may be trying to change a document that requires partner information, but none has been entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the COM_PARTNER102 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for partner determination (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Define Partner Determination Procedures).
  Ensure that a partner determination procedure is assigned to the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Functions:
  
  Make sure that the necessary partner functions (like Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, etc.) are defined in the partner determination procedure.
  Check if the partner functions are marked as mandatory.
  
  
  
  Enter Partner Data:
  
  If you are trying to create or change a document, ensure that you have entered the required partner data before making any changes.
  You can do this by navigating to the partner tab in the document and entering the necessary partner information.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify partner data in the document.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VD01, VD02, VA01, VA02, etc., depending on the context (e.g., creating or changing customer master data or sales orders).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to partner determination procedures.
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_PARTNER102 error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.