How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0020204 - Not possible to delete; No template is assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0020 - Service BP Shipping Data

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Not possible to delete; No template is assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0020204 - Not possible to delete; No template is assigned ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0020204 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a business partner (BP) or a related object, but the system cannot proceed because no template is assigned to the business partner. This error typically occurs in the context of managing business partners in SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business partner you are trying to delete does not have an associated template. In SAP CRM, templates are often used to define the structure and attributes of business partners. If a business partner is created without a template or if the template has been removed, the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Template Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the business partner in question and check if a template is assigned. You can do this by going to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and searching for the specific business partner.
  In the business partner details, look for the "Templates" tab or section to see if a template is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign a Template:
  
  If no template is assigned, you may need to assign a valid template to the business partner. This can usually be done in the same area where you checked for the template assignment.
  Select an appropriate template that matches the business partner's type (e.g., organization, person, group).
  
  
  
  Delete the Business Partner:
  
  After assigning a template, try to delete the business partner again. The system should now allow the deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about which template to assign or if the issue persists, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON: Business Partner Monitoring
  
  
  Business Partner Roles:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned, as this can also affect the ability to delete or modify the business partner.
  
  
  Data Integrity:
  
  SAP CRM maintains strict data integrity rules, and ensuring that all required fields and relationships are correctly set up is crucial for smooth operations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the business partner if needed.