How To Fix DNO072 - Partner type &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DNO - Messages for General Notifications

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Partner type &1 is unknown

What causes this issue?

Partner type &1 is not defined in the system.

System Response

The partner is not created.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid partner type or, if necessary, enhance the Customizing
settings in the system.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DNO072 - Partner type &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message DNO072 indicates that the system cannot recognize the specified partner type in a given context, typically when dealing with partner functions in a business transaction. This error often arises in scenarios involving partner determination, such as when creating or processing sales orders, purchase orders, or other documents that require partner information.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Partner Type: The partner type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not defined correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The partner type may not be configured in the relevant customizing settings (e.g., in the partner determination procedure).
  Missing Master Data: The partner type may not be assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., customer or vendor master records).
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the partner type entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Partner Type: Verify that the partner type specified in the transaction is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings for partner types.
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the partner determination settings for the specific application (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  Ensure that the partner type is included in the partner determination procedure for the relevant document type.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the partner type is correctly assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., customer or vendor records). You can check this in the master data transaction (e.g., XD03 for customers).
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the input for any typographical errors in the partner type field.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the partner types and their configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the customizing settings), XD03 (to display customer master data), or MK03 (to display vendor master data).
  Partner Types: Common partner types include "KU" (Customer), "LI" (Vendor), "AG" (Sold-to Party), etc. Ensure you are using the correct codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to partner determination or the DNO072 error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.