How To Fix FD620 - Partner &, function & does not have an extern.partner no.or an address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FD - EDI Messages in FI

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Partner &, function & does not have an extern.partner no.or an address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FD620 - Partner &, function & does not have an extern.partner no.or an address ?

  The SAP error message FD620 indicates that a partner function in a business transaction does not have an external partner number or an address associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when dealing with customer or vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing External Partner Number: The partner function (e.g., customer, vendor) is expected to have an external partner number, but it is not maintained in the system.
  Missing Address Information: The address details for the partner function are not filled out, which is required for certain transactions.
  Incorrect Partner Function Assignment: The partner function may not be correctly assigned to the business partner or may not be relevant for the transaction being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that lead to the absence of required information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., customer or vendor master data) and check the partner function configuration.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly assigned and that it is relevant for the transaction.
  
  
  
  Maintain External Partner Number:
  
  Navigate to the master data of the partner (customer/vendor) and ensure that the external partner number is maintained.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like XD02 (Change Customer) or MK02 (Change Vendor) to update the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Update Address Information:
  
  Ensure that the address details for the partner function are complete and accurate.
  This can also be done through the customer or vendor master data transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing information.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to review and maintain the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to partner functions and master data maintenance for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XD01, XD02, XD03 for customer master data, and MK01, MK02, MK03 for vendor master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit partner data.
  
  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 the relevant module.