How To Fix CVIV_UI014 - Synchronization from business partner to vendor is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVIV_UI - Vendor Integration in Business Partner Processing Dialog

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Synchronization from business partner to vendor is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI014 - Synchronization from business partner to vendor is not active ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI014 indicates that the synchronization from a business partner to a vendor is not active. This typically occurs in systems where the Business Partner (BP) and Vendor Master data are integrated, and the synchronization process is not properly configured or activated.
  Cause:
  
  Synchronization Not Activated: The synchronization settings between the Business Partner and Vendor Master data may not be activated in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Customizing settings for the Business Partner and Vendor integration.
  Missing Assignments: The necessary assignments between the Business Partner roles and Vendor roles may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Synchronization:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Activate Synchronization.
  Ensure that the synchronization from Business Partner to Vendor is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for Business Partner and Vendor integration.
  Ensure that the necessary roles and settings are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Assign Roles:
  
  Check the assignments of Business Partner roles to Vendor roles.
  Ensure that the Business Partner has the appropriate roles assigned that allow for vendor synchronization.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the synchronization.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they have access to the relevant transactions.
  
  
  
  Test Synchronization:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the synchronization process to ensure that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage Business Partner data and MK01 (Create Vendor) to create vendor data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring Business Partner and Vendor synchronization.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation or to check for any system-specific issues.