How To Fix EAM_MIG_MSG009 - Partner Function is not specified for technical object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EAM_MIG_MSG - Message Class for EAM Migration Objects

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Partner Function is not specified for technical object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EAM_MIG_MSG009 - Partner Function is not specified for technical object &1 ?

  The SAP error message EAM_MIG_MSG009: Partner Function is not specified for technical object &1 typically occurs in the context of the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) module during data migration or when working with technical objects (like equipment or functional locations) that require partner functions to be defined.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a technical object (identified by &1) is missing a required partner function assignment. Partner functions are used in SAP to define relationships between different entities, such as vendors, customers, or other business partners. In the context of EAM, partner functions might be necessary for maintenance planning, service management, or other operational processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the partner functions are correctly defined for the technical object in question. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Technical Object: Identify the technical object (equipment or functional location) that is causing the error. You can do this by looking at the error message details where &1 will be replaced with the actual object identifier.
  
  
  Access the Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code IE02 (for equipment) or IL02 (for functional locations).
  Enter the technical object number and display it.
  
  
  
  Define Partner Functions:
  
  Navigate to the Partner Functions tab (or section) within the object details.
  Ensure that the necessary partner functions (like responsible person, maintenance planner, etc.) are assigned to the technical object.
  If they are missing, add the required partner functions and save your changes.
  
  
  
  Data Migration: If this error occurs during a data migration process (e.g., using LSMW or other migration tools), ensure that your migration data includes the necessary partner function assignments for each technical object.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the technical object behaves as expected in the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IE02 (Change Equipment), IL02 (Change Functional Location), and SE16N (Data Browser) to check partner function tables.
  Partner Function Tables: You may want to look into tables like BUT000 (Business Partner: General Data) and BUT050 (Business Partner: Relationships) to understand how partner functions are stored and related.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on partner functions and their configuration in EAM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your technical objects are properly configured with the necessary partner functions.