How To Fix COM_PARTNER139 - Partner &1 (&2) is not a vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER - Partner Processing Messages

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Partner &1 (&2) is not a vendor

What causes this issue?

You must enter a vendor to assign the partner function &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Enter a vendor or maintain the corresponding indicator in the customer
master for partner &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PARTNER139 - Partner &1 (&2) is not a vendor ?

  The SAP error message COM_PARTNER139 indicates that the specified partner (in this case, a vendor) is not recognized as a valid vendor in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing where a partner function is expected to be associated with a vendor, but the system cannot find a corresponding vendor record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Vendor Record: The vendor number specified in the transaction does not exist in the vendor master data.
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function being used may not be correctly assigned to the vendor.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the vendor being marked as inactive or deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner determination may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Go to the vendor master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for display).
  Verify that the vendor number (&1) exists and is active.
  Ensure that the vendor is assigned to the correct company code and purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Functions:
  
  Check the partner functions assigned to the vendor in the vendor master data.
  Ensure that the partner function you are trying to use is correctly assigned to the vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Document Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction (e.g., purchase order, invoice), review the document settings to ensure that the correct vendor is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings for partner determination in the relevant module (e.g., MM, SD).
  Ensure that the partner determination procedure is correctly set up to include the vendor.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance. They may need to check for any underlying issues in the system or perform data corrections.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK03 (Display Vendor)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on partner functions and vendor master data management for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.