How To Fix CRMS4_EQUIPMENT_IL018 - Partner function and partner are not allowed to be empty

CRMS4_EQUIPMENT_IL018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMS4_EQUIPMENT_IL - Equipment Message for GenIL

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Partner function and partner are not allowed to be empty

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CRMS4_EQUIPMENT_IL018 - Details

• The SAP error message CRMS4_EQUIPMENT_IL018 indicates that a partner function and partner are required fields that cannot be left empty in the context of equipment management within the SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) module. This error typically arises when trying to create or update an equipment record without specifying the necessary partner information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The error occurs when the system expects a partner function (like sold-to party, ship-to party, etc.) and a corresponding partner (like a customer or vendor) to be specified, but they are not provided.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the partner determination procedure that require certain partner functions to be filled in for specific transactions or equipment types.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip entering partner information during the creation or modification of equipment records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Partner Information:
  
  When creating or editing an equipment record, ensure that you fill in the partner function and partner