How To Fix CRM_BUPA_FRG0130214 - Enter a payer in the partner functions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPA_FRG0130 -

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Enter a payer in the partner functions

What causes this issue?

You have specified a contract account for the payer but have not
specified a business partner for the role of payer.

System Response

The system cannot create the contract account.

How to fix this error?

Specify a business partner for the role of payer in the table of the
partner function.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0130214 - Enter a payer in the partner functions ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPA_FRG0130214, which states "Enter a payer in the partner functions," typically occurs in the context of creating or processing business transactions in SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management). This error indicates that the system requires a payer to be specified in the partner functions for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payer Information: The most common cause of this error is that the payer partner function is not filled in the transaction. In SAP, partner functions define the roles of different business partners in a transaction (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.).
  Incorrect Partner Function Assignment: The partner function for the payer may not be correctly assigned or may be missing from the business partner master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a payer to be specified for certain transaction types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Payer Information:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the error occurred (e.g., sales order, service order).
  Check the partner functions section and ensure that the payer is specified. You may need to select a business partner that has the payer role assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the business partner master data and verify that the business partner you are trying to use has the payer role assigned.
  If not, you may need to edit the business partner and assign the appropriate roles.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Function Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the partner function settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the payer partner function is correctly defined and that it is required for the transaction type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner Functions: In SAP, partner functions are used to define the roles of different partners involved in a transaction. Common partner functions include Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Payer, and Bill-to Party.
  Business Partner Roles: Each business partner can have multiple roles assigned to it, which determine how it can be used in various transactions.
  Transaction Types: Different transaction types may have different requirements for partner functions, so it's essential to understand the context of the transaction you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required payer information in the partner functions.