How To Fix CVIV_UI019 - Business partner &1 cannot be assigned to a vendor

CVIV_UI019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Business partner &1 cannot be assigned to a vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI019 - Business partner &1 cannot be assigned to a vendor ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI019 indicates that a business partner (BP) cannot be assigned to a vendor. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Business Partner (BP) and Vendor Management functionalities, particularly when trying to create or maintain a vendor that is linked to a business partner.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The business partner may not have the necessary data or attributes set up correctly to be assigned as a vendor. This could include missing or incorrect information in the business partner's master data.
  
  
  Business Partner Role: The business partner may not have the appropriate role assigned that allows it to be linked to a vendor. In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles, and the vendor role must be assigned.
  
  
  Status Issues: The business partner or vendor may be in a status that does not allow for the assignment. For example, if the business partner is marked as inactive