How To Fix CRM_BUPA_BC002 - Contact &1 is not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_BC - Service Account Buying Center

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Contact &1 is not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_BC002 - Contact &1 is not specified ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_BC002 indicates that a contact person (or contact) is not specified for a business partner in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically arises when trying to perform an action that requires a contact person to be defined, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contact Information: The business partner (BP) you are trying to work with does not have a contact person assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize or link the contact person with the business partner.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the contact person.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Navigate to the business partner in question using transaction code BP.
  Verify if a contact person is assigned to the business partner. If not, you will need to add a contact person.
  
  
  
  Add a Contact Person:
  
  In the business partner maintenance screen, go to the "Relationships" tab.
  Add a new relationship for the contact person by selecting the appropriate role (e.g., "Contact Person").
  Ensure that the contact person is created and linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the CRM system to ensure that the contact person roles are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to verify that the necessary roles and relationships are defined.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data entered for the business partner and contact person is complete and accurate.
  Check for any inconsistencies or missing fields that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  CRMD_ORDER: To check CRM orders where the error might be occurring.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or Knowledge Base Articles that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on business partner management and contact person roles.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify business partner data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CRM_BUPA_BC002 and ensure that the contact person is properly specified for the business partner in question.