How To Fix COM_PARTNER116 - Partner of partner function &1 could not be changed here

COM_PARTNER116 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER - Partner Processing Messages

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Partner of partner function &1 could not be changed here

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PARTNER116 - Partner of partner function &1 could not be changed here ?

  The SAP error message COM_PARTNER116 indicates that there is an issue with changing the partner of a specific partner function in a business transaction. This error typically arises in the context of managing business partners in SAP, particularly when dealing with partner functions in sales documents, purchase orders, or other related transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message COM_PARTNER116 is triggered when you attempt to change a partner for a partner function that is not allowed in the current context. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function you are trying to change may not be allowed to be modified in the current transaction or document type.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not permit changes to partner functions (e.g., it may be already processed or completed).
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the partner determination procedure may restrict changes to certain partner functions.
  Authorization Issues: The user