How To Fix CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST024 - Roles assigned; direction "BP -> vendor" not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Roles assigned; direction "BP -> vendor" not activated

What causes this issue?

Before you can update the business partner in the vendor, you must
select at least one business partner role as the vendor role in the view
"Set BP Role Category for Direction BP to Vendor" (V_TBC002).
You must also activate the synchronization direction in the view
"Activate Synchronization Options" (MDSV_CTRL_OPT_A).

System Response

There is at least one entry in the view "Set BP Role Category for
Direction BP to Vendor" (V_TBC002). The synchronization direction of
business partner to vendor has not been activated. Data cannot be
synchronized.

How to fix this error?

If you want to synchronize data from the business partner to the vendor,
you must activate the direction in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.MDSV_CTRL_OPT_A>Activate Synchronization Options</>.
If not, you can remove the entries in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.V_TBC002>Set BP Role Category for Direction BP to Vendor</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST024 - Roles assigned; direction "BP -> vendor" not activated ?

  The SAP error message CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST024 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of Business Partner (BP) roles in relation to the vendor master data. Specifically, it suggests that the direction from Business Partner to vendor is not activated, which is necessary for the integration between the Business Partner and the vendor roles.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  The necessary configuration for the Business Partner roles has not been completed.
  The specific role for the vendor (e.g., "FLCU00" for customer or "FLVN00" for vendor) is not assigned to the Business Partner.
  The integration settings between the Business Partner and the vendor master data are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Open the relevant Business Partner and check the assigned roles.
  Ensure that the vendor role (e.g., "FLVN00") is assigned to the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Activate the Integration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Define Business Partner Roles.
  Ensure that the direction "BP -> Vendor" is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  In the same SPRO path, check the settings under Business Partner > General Settings > Activate Business Partner Integration.
  Ensure that the integration settings are correctly configured for your system.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If changes were made, you may need to synchronize the data between the Business Partner and the vendor master. This can be done using transaction BP or through the relevant synchronization reports.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or modify a vendor using the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Roles:
  
  Ensure you are familiar with the different roles available for Business Partners, especially those related to vendors and customers.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner and vendor integration for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.