How To Fix CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN007 - Although direction "vendor -> BP" activated, no roles are assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN - CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Although direction "vendor -> BP" activated, no roles are assigned

What causes this issue?

If the synchronization direction "vendor -> business partner" has been
activated, the system expects there to be at least one entry in the view
"Define BP Role for Direction Vendor to BP" (CVIV_VEND_TO_BP2).

System Response

Synchronization has been activated from vendor to business partner.
However, data cannot be synchronized at present.

How to fix this error?

If you want to synchronize data from the vendor to the business partner,
you must assign at least one business partner role to a vendor account
group in the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.CVIV_VEND_TO_BP2>Define BP
Role for Direction Vendor to BP</>.
If not, you can deactivate the synchronization direction in the
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.MDSV_CTRL_OPT_A>Activate Synchronization
Options</>.

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_CUST_EN007 - Although direction "vendor -> BP" activated, no roles are assigned ?

  The SAP error message CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN007 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of roles in the Business Partner (BP) master data when trying to create or manage a vendor. Specifically, the error suggests that even though the direction "vendor -> BP" is activated, there are no roles assigned to the Business Partner for the vendor.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The Business Partner does not have the necessary roles assigned that are required for the vendor. In SAP, roles define the functions and data that a Business Partner can access.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the Business Partner might not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of required roles.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from an older system or from legacy data, the roles may not have been properly assigned during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Enter the Business Partner number that corresponds to the vendor.
  Check the roles assigned to the Business Partner. Ensure that the necessary roles for vendor management (e.g., FLCU00 for customer, FLVN00 for vendor) are assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the required roles are missing, you can assign them by selecting the appropriate role from the list of available roles and saving the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Customizing (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Define Roles for Business Partner.
  Ensure that the roles for vendors are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Activation of Integration:
  
  Ensure that the integration between the vendor and Business Partner is properly activated. This can be checked in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or manage the vendor again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understanding the roles assigned to Business Partners is crucial for managing data effectively in SAP. Each role has specific data and functions associated with it.
  Data Migration: If you are migrating data, ensure that the roles are included in the migration process to avoid issues like this.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.