CVIV_UI181 - Cannot switch to account group &1 due to mismatch in Partner Functions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Cannot switch to account group &1 due to mismatch in Partner Functions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVIV_UI181 - Cannot switch to account group &1 due to mismatch in Partner Functions ?

  The SAP error message CVIV_UI181 indicates that there is a mismatch in partner functions when trying to switch to a different account group in the system. This typically occurs in the context of customer or vendor master data management, where different account groups may have different partner functions defined.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the partner functions associated with the new account group do not match those of the current account group. This can happen due to:
  
  Different Partner Function Configurations: The account groups involved have different configurations for partner functions, meaning that the required partner functions for one account group are not present in the other.
  Incomplete Data: The partner functions required for the new account group may not be fully populated or configured in the master data.
  Customizations: Customizations in the SAP system may have altered the standard behavior of account groups and partner functions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CVIV_UI181 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for account groups and partner functions in the SAP system (Transaction code: OVA2 for customer account groups or OVB2 for vendor account groups).
  Compare the partner functions of the current account group with those of the target account group to identify discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Update Partner Functions:
  
  If the target account group requires certain partner functions that are missing, you may need to add those partner functions to the master data.
  Ensure that all required partner functions are correctly assigned and populated for the new account group.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the customer or vendor in question to ensure that all necessary partner functions are filled out correctly.
  If any partner functions are missing or incorrectly assigned, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to understand the specific configurations and requirements for the account groups involved.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the switch to the new account group again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  XD02 (Change Customer)
  VD02 (Change Vendor)
  OVK1 (Define Account Groups for Customers)
  OVK2 (Define Account Groups for Vendors)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on partner function configurations.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to account groups and partner functions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.