How To Fix CRM_LEASING_COPY051 - Customizing settings do not permit changes to partner function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_LEASING_COPY - Messaages to/from Creation of Follow-Up Document

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Customizing settings do not permit changes to partner function

What causes this issue?

This partner function may not be changed, according to the Customizing
settings.

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?

If you want to enable changes to the partner function, you have to set
the "Modifiable" indicator in the partner determination procedure.
Proceed as follows:
Because a change process is assigned to a transaction type, the
transaction type is located in Customizing under
<DS:SIMG.CRM_LEAS_CHNG>Configure Settings for Change Processes</>.
Check in Customizing, under <DS:SIMG.CRM_VORGANG_001>Define Transaction
Type</>, to see which partner determination procedure the transaction
type is assigned to
The partner determination procedure defines whether a partner function
can be changed or not. Go to IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.CRMC_PARTNER_PDP>Define Partner Determination Procedure</>,
select the assigned partner determinatino procedure, and choose the
"Partner Function" substructure in the determination procedure. You can
now set the "Modifiable" column, which enables changes to the partner
function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_LEASING_COPY051 - Customizing settings do not permit changes to partner function ?

  The SAP error message CRM_LEASING_COPY051 indicates that the customizing settings in your SAP system do not allow changes to the partner function for a specific transaction or document. This error typically occurs in the context of CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and leasing processes when trying to modify partner functions that are not permitted by the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Customizing Settings: The error is primarily caused by the customizing settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to partner functions. This could be due to:
  
  The partner function being set as "not changeable" in the configuration.
  The document type or transaction type not allowing changes to partner functions.
  Specific business rules or validations that prevent modifications.
  
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes to partner functions. For example, if the document is already processed or finalized, changes may be restricted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant settings for partner functions in CRM.
  Check the configuration for the specific document type or transaction type you are working with. Look for settings related to partner functions and see if they are set to allow changes.
  
  
  
  Review Document Status:
  
  Ensure that the document you are trying to modify is in a status that allows changes. If the document is locked or finalized, you may need to unlock it or create a new document.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to partner functions and CRM leasing processes to understand the restrictions and how to configure them properly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system setup and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the customizing settings or CRMD_ORDER to view and manage CRM orders.
  Partner Functions: Familiarize yourself with the concept of partner functions in SAP CRM, including their roles and how they are configured.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to partner functions and related settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to allow changes to the partner function as needed.