How To Fix DPR_BUPA_LINK033 - Business Partner &1 &2 is inactive between &3 and &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_BUPA_LINK - Roles: Messages

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Business Partner &1 &2 is inactive between &3 and &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_BUPA_LINK033 - Business Partner &1 &2 is inactive between &3 and &4 ?

  The SAP error message DPR_BUPA_LINK033 indicates that a Business Partner (BP) is inactive for a specified period. This error typically arises in the context of project management or resource planning when trying to link a business partner to a project or activity that requires the partner to be active.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The Business Partner (identified by &1 and &2) is marked as inactive in the system.
  The inactivity period is defined between the dates specified by &3 (start date) and &4 (end date).
  The system checks the status of the Business Partner and finds that it is not active during the required timeframe.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) in SAP.
  Enter the Business Partner ID and check its status.
  Verify if the Business Partner is indeed inactive for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Activate the Business Partner:
  
  If the Business Partner is inactive, you can activate it by changing its status.
  Navigate to the relevant section in the Business Partner maintenance screen and update the status to active.
  Ensure that the activation date is set correctly to cover the required period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If the Business Partner should remain inactive for a specific reason, consider adjusting the validity period of the project or activity to fall outside the inactive period of the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of activating a Business Partner, consult with the relevant business process owners or stakeholders to ensure that the change aligns with business policies.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or other configurations that might prevent the Business Partner from being activated.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  DPR: Project Management (for project-related activities)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner management and project management for more detailed information on managing Business Partner statuses.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change the status of a Business Partner.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message DPR_BUPA_LINK033 and successfully link the Business Partner to the required project or activity.