How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0040405 - Account group &1 not permitted for consumers. Permitted account group: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0040 - Service BP Sales Classification

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Account group &1 not permitted for consumers. Permitted account group: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0040405 - Account group &1 not permitted for consumers. Permitted account group: &2 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0040405 indicates that there is an issue with the account group configuration in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Specifically, the error states that the account group you are trying to use (denoted as &1) is not permitted for consumer accounts, and it provides the permitted account group (denoted as &2) that should be used instead.
  Cause:
  
  Account Group Configuration: The account group you are trying to use for creating or modifying a business partner (BP) is not configured to be used for consumer accounts. This could be due to settings in the configuration of the business partner roles or account groups.
  Role Assignment: The role assigned to the business partner may not be compatible with the account group you are trying to use.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong account group is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for business partners in the SAP system.
  Verify the settings for the account group you are trying to use. Ensure that it is allowed for consumer accounts.
  If necessary, modify the configuration to allow the account group for consumer accounts.
  
  
  
  Use Permitted Account Group:
  
  Instead of using the account group that is causing the error, switch to the permitted account group (&2) as indicated in the error message.
  This may involve selecting a different account group when creating or modifying the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Role Assignments:
  
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner. Ensure that the roles are compatible with the account group you intend to use.
  If needed, adjust the roles or create a new business partner with the correct roles and account group.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on business partner configuration and account groups.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and roles, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP CRM, business partners can have different roles (e.g., customer, vendor) that determine their characteristics and the account groups they can belong to.
  Account Group: An account group is a classification of business partners that defines the attributes and data fields that are relevant for that group.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify the business partner in SAP CRM.