How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0080206 - Partner function &1 is not defined for master data maintenance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0080 - CRM BP Partner Functions

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Partner function &1 is not defined for master data maintenance

What causes this issue?

It is not possible for one business partner to have partner
function &V1& for another business partner.

System Response

The action is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0080206 - Partner function &1 is not defined for master data maintenance ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0080206 indicates that a specific partner function (denoted as &1) is not defined for the master data maintenance in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically arises when you are trying to maintain or create a business partner (BP) and the system cannot find the required partner function configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Function Configuration: The partner function you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specific business partner category or role.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The business partner role you are using may not support the partner function you are trying to assign.
  Customizations: If there have been customizations or changes in the partner function settings, it may lead to this error if the necessary configurations are not in place.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the configuration for the partner functions.
  Ensure that the partner function you are trying to use is defined for the relevant business partner role.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Roles:
  
  Verify that the business partner role you are using supports the partner function in question.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO > Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Define Partner Functions.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Partner Function:
  
  If the partner function is indeed missing, you may need to add it through the customizing settings.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly assigned to the relevant business partner roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message or the partner function in question.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain the business partner and its partner functions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles and their associated partner functions to ensure proper configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully maintain the business partner data in SAP CRM.