How To Fix CRM_BUPR_FRG0080116 - Relationship category &1 may not be used here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_BUPR_FRG0080 - Service BP Partner Determination Relationships

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Relationship category &1 may not be used here

What causes this issue?

The relationship category &V1& has its own Business Object Repository
(BOR) object.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use other Business Application Programming Interfaces (BAPIs).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_BUPR_FRG0080116 - Relationship category &1 may not be used here ?

  The SAP error message CRM_BUPR_FRG0080116 indicates that a specific relationship category (denoted by &1) is not allowed in the context where it is being used. This error typically arises in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when trying to create or manage business partner relationships.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Relationship Category: The relationship category you are trying to use is not valid for the specific business partner type or context.
  Configuration Issues: The relationship category may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may not be allowed for the specific business partner roles involved.
  Business Partner Role Restrictions: Certain business partner roles may have restrictions on which relationship categories can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Relationship Category: Verify that the relationship category you are trying to use is appropriate for the business partners involved. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for business partner relationships. Ensure that the relationship category is defined correctly and is allowed for the business partner roles you are working with.
  Use Valid Relationships: If the relationship category is indeed invalid, you will need to select a different, valid relationship category that is permitted for the business partners in question.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the relationship categories and their allowed contexts.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data and relationships.
  Customizing Settings: Familiarize yourself with the customizing settings for business partner relationships in SAP CRM, as this is where you can define and manage relationship categories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on relationship categories.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.