How To Fix COM_PARTNER172 - Partner Attribute &1 DOes Not Exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER - Partner Processing Messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Partner Attribute &1 DOes Not Exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PARTNER172 - Partner Attribute &1 DOes Not Exist ?

  The SAP error message COM_PARTNER172 indicates that a partner attribute specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of partner determination in SAP, where the system is trying to access or validate a partner function or attribute that has not been defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Attribute: The specified partner attribute (e.g., a customer, vendor, or other business partner) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The partner profile or configuration may be incorrect, leading to the system not recognizing the partner attribute.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling partner attributes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner) and verify that the partner attribute exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the partner type and role are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profiles:
  
  Check the partner profiles in the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Material Management) to ensure that the partner attributes are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data in the relevant tables (e.g., KNA1 for customers, LFA1 for vendors) to ensure that the partner attributes exist and are correctly populated.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles partner attributes and does not reference non-existent attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to partner determination and attributes for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or a more complex issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP (Business Partner)
  VOTXN (Partner Determination Procedure)
  OVK1 (Define Partner Functions)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  KNA1 (General Data in Customer Master)
  LFA1 (Vendor Master Data)
  TPARA (Partner Attributes)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.