How To Fix COM_PARTNER_BAL021 - Partner can only be set manually

COM_PARTNER_BAL021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PARTNER_BAL - Buisness Application Log : Partner Determination

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Partner can only be set manually

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COM_PARTNER_BAL021 - Details

• The SAP error message COM_PARTNER_BAL021 indicates that a partner (such as a vendor or customer) can only be set manually in the context of a specific transaction or process. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial transactions that involve partner assignments.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to automatically assign a partner (e.g., a business partner or a cost object) in a situation where the configuration or the business logic dictates that the partner must be assigned manually. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require manual entry for certain partner types or in specific scenarios.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not allow automatic partner assignment.
  Missing Data: Required data for automatic partner assignment may be missing or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
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