How To Fix COM_PARTNER114 - Partner function with internal identification &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER - Partner Processing Messages

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Partner function with internal identification &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

You have tried to work with partner function &V1&. This partner function
has not yet been defined. This error can also occur if a description has
not been entered for partner function &V1& in the language used.

How to fix this error?

Create the respective partner function with the abbreviation entered in
Customizing, or maintain the missing description.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PARTNER114 - Partner function with internal identification &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_PARTNER114 indicates that there is an issue with a partner function in the system. Specifically, the message states that the partner function with the internal identification specified (represented by &1) does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of business partner management, where partner functions are used to define roles that a business partner can play in a transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Function: The partner function that is being referenced does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the partner function was not created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner function may not be correctly configured in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the partner function is being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the partner function may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area where partner functions are defined (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management).
  Verify that the partner function with the specified internal identification exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Partner Function:
  
  If the partner function does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the same customizing area where partner functions are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction or document where the error occurred. Ensure that the partner function is correctly specified and that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects, including partner functions, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on partner functions and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner Functions: These are roles that a business partner can play in a transaction, such as "Sold-to Party," "Ship-to Party," etc.
  Customizing Transactions: Common transactions for managing partner functions include:
  
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  BP: Business Partner transaction for managing business partner data.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check transaction SLG1 for application logs that may provide more context on the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the COM_PARTNER114 error message in SAP.