How To Fix CRM_MKTPROF066 - Attribute set for this business partner type cannot be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPROF - CRM Marketing: Online Profile Maintenance

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Attribute set for this business partner type cannot be maintained

What causes this issue?

The business partner entered does not have a type that can be
maintained for this attribute group.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPROF066 - Attribute set for this business partner type cannot be maintained ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPROF066 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining the attribute set for a specific business partner type in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This error typically arises when you attempt to assign or modify attributes for a business partner type that does not allow such changes.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Type Restrictions: The business partner type you are trying to maintain may have restrictions that prevent the modification of its attribute set. This can happen if the business partner type is predefined or if it is linked to specific configurations that do not allow changes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the maintenance of attributes for certain business partner types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain attributes for the specified business partner type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the business partner type in the SAP system. Ensure that the attribute set is allowed to be maintained for that specific type.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO ? SAP Customizing Implementation Guide ? Customer Relationship Management ? Master Data ? Business Partner ? Define Business Partner Types.
  
  
  
  Review Attribute Set Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the attribute set you are trying to maintain is correctly assigned to the business partner type. If it is not, you may need to assign it properly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain attributes for the business partner type. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific business partner type and its attributes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Master Data: Understanding how business partner master data is structured in SAP CRM can help in troubleshooting issues related to attribute maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to business partner maintenance, such as BP (Business Partner) and BP_MON (Business Partner Monitor).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.