How To Fix CVP_DP_ILM255 - Maintain either a partner ID, either a sales or purchasing organisation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVP_DP_ILM - CVP_DP_ILM

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Maintain either a partner ID, either a sales or purchasing organisation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM255 - Maintain either a partner ID, either a sales or purchasing organisation ?

  The SAP error message CVP_DP_ILM255 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to partner IDs in the context of sales or purchasing organizations. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or maintain a business partner or a related document, and the system requires either a partner ID or a sales/purchasing organization to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner ID: The system expects a partner ID to be maintained for the business partner, but it is not provided.
  Missing Sales/Purchasing Organization: The sales or purchasing organization is not specified, which is necessary for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the business partner settings or the relationship between the business partner and the sales/purchasing organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Partner ID:
  
  Go to the transaction for maintaining business partners (e.g., BP transaction).
  Ensure that a valid partner ID is created and assigned to the relevant business partner.
  
  
  
  Specify Sales/Purchasing Organization:
  
  If you are working with sales documents, ensure that the sales organization is specified in the relevant fields.
  For purchasing documents, ensure that the purchasing organization is specified.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the SAP system for business partners, sales organizations, and purchasing organizations.
  Ensure that the necessary relationships between business partners and organizations are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the business partner to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the partner type (e.g., customer, vendor) is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining business partners and the required fields for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to business partner maintenance include BP, XD01 (Create Customer), XD02 (Change Customer), MK01 (Create Vendor), and MK02 (Change Vendor).
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles assigned to the business partner, as different roles may require different information.
  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 support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.