How To Fix CRM_UIU_BT303 - Create a contact before creating contact relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_UIU_BT -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Create a contact before creating contact relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_UIU_BT303 - Create a contact before creating contact relationship ?

  The SAP error message CRM_UIU_BT303, which states "Create a contact before creating contact relationship," typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when you attempt to create a contact relationship without having an existing contact person in the system.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the system requires that a contact person (business partner) must be created before you can establish a relationship with that contact. This is a validation check to ensure that the relationship is being created with a valid entity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a Contact Person:
  
  Navigate to the transaction or application where you can create a business partner (BP).
  Ensure that you select the appropriate role for a contact person (e.g., "Contact Person" role).
  Fill in the necessary details (name, address, etc.) and save the new contact.
  
  
  
  Verify the Contact Creation:
  
  After creating the contact, verify that it has been successfully created and is visible in the system.
  You can do this by searching for the business partner using the relevant transaction (e.g., BP transaction).
  
  
  
  Create the Contact Relationship:
  
  Once the contact person is created, you can proceed to create the contact relationship.
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction or application for creating contact relationships and enter the details for the relationship.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles associated with business partners in SAP CRM. Each role defines the type of relationship and the data relevant to that role.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for business partner maintenance and CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders and relationships.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create business partners and relationships in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific guidelines on managing business partners and relationships in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_UIU_BT303 error and successfully create the desired contact relationship.