How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_TASK102 - Specify a contact person for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_TASK - Messages for Tracker

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Specify a contact person for business partner &1

What causes this issue?

A valid contact person must be assigned to the business partner in
question for you to assign a task externally.

How to fix this error?

Enter a contact person for business partner &V1&. Use transaction
<DS:TRAN.BP>BP</> to maintain a contact person for a supplier or a
customer.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK102 - Specify a contact person for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_TASK102 indicates that a contact person must be specified for a business partner in the context of a specific task or process. This error typically arises in scenarios where a business partner (such as a vendor, customer, or employee) is being processed, and the system requires a designated contact person for communication or operational purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contact Person: The business partner record does not have a contact person assigned.
  Incomplete Data Entry: During the creation or modification of a business partner, the contact person field may have been left blank.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a contact person for certain business partner roles.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner that is causing the error using the business partner number (&1).
  
  
  
  Edit the Business Partner:
  
  Once you have located the business partner, enter the edit mode.
  Navigate to the Contact Persons tab or section.
  
  
  
  Add a Contact Person:
  
  If there are no contact persons listed, you will need to add one.
  Click on the option to create a new contact person and fill in the required details (name, role, communication details, etc.).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the contact person information, save the changes to the business partner record.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Process:
  
  Go back to the task or process that triggered the error and try to execute it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Different roles may have different requirements for contact persons. Ensure that you are aware of the specific roles assigned to the business partner.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to edit business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for more detailed instructions on managing business partners and contact persons.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in business partner management.