How To Fix CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN025 - Numbers assigned; direction "BP -> vendor" not activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN - CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN

• Message number: 025

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

What causes this issue?

Before you can update the business partner in the vendor, you must
assign at least one vendor account group to a business partner group in
the view "Define Number Assignment for Direction BP to Vendor"
(V_TBC001).
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 "Define Number Assignment for
Direction BP to Vendor" (V_TBC001). 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_TBC001>Define Number Assignment 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN025 - Numbers assigned; direction "BP -> vendor" not activated ?

  The SAP error message CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN025 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) in your SAP system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is trying to assign numbers in the direction of "Business Partner (BP) to Vendor," but this direction is not activated in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The integration settings for Business Partners and Vendors are not properly configured. The direction "BP -> Vendor" may not be activated in the system.
  Missing Customizing Settings: The necessary customizing settings for the Business Partner roles and number assignment may not be set up correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the assignment correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the settings for the Business Partner roles.
  Ensure that the integration settings for the Business Partner to Vendor direction are activated. This can typically be found under the customizing settings for the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Activate the Direction:
  
  Navigate to the customizing transaction SPRO.
  Follow the path: Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Define Number Ranges for Business Partners.
  Ensure that the number range for the direction "BP -> Vendor" is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the number ranges for both Business Partners and Vendors are correctly defined and not overlapping or missing.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data that might be causing the issue. This includes ensuring that the Business Partner is correctly set up and that there are no duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or assign a Business Partner to a Vendor again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP, SPRO
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the correct roles are assigned to the Business Partner for vendor integration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  CVI Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the overall CVI configuration process, as it can help in understanding how Business Partners and Vendors interact in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CVI_FS_CHECK_CUST_EN025 error and ensure that the Business Partner to Vendor integration is functioning correctly.