How To Fix ERW005 - Partner data of preceding document &1 was not transferred (VBPA)

ERW005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERW - Contract Accounts A/R and A/P: SD -> FI-CA interface

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Partner data of preceding document &1 was not transferred (VBPA)

What causes this issue?

<ZH>System error</>
No partner data was transferred for the preceding document &V1& (table
VBPA (sales and distribution document: partner)).

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE FICA_NA_OSS_1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERW005 - Partner data of preceding document &1 was not transferred (VBPA) ?

  The SAP error message ERW005 indicates that there is an issue with the partner data of a preceding document not being transferred correctly. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes, where partner functions (like sold-to party, ship-to party, etc.) are crucial for processing sales orders, deliveries, and invoices.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Partner Data: The preceding document (like a sales order or quotation) may not have the necessary partner data defined.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the partner data between the preceding document and the current document being processed.
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or user exits may be interfering with the standard data transfer process.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in partner determination procedures or partner functions in the relevant document types.
  Document Flow Issues: If the preceding document was not processed correctly or is in an inconsistent state, it may not pass the