How To Fix FIPT_SAFT004 - Partner function is not of type Customer (KU)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPT_SAFT - Messages for SAFT - Specfic for Portugal

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Partner function is not of type Customer (KU)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPT_SAFT004 - Partner function is not of type Customer (KU) ?

  The SAP error message FIPT_SAFT004 indicates that the partner function being referenced in a transaction is not of the type "Customer" (KU). This error typically arises in scenarios involving partner determination, such as when processing sales orders, invoices, or other documents that require customer-related partner functions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function Assignment: The partner function assigned to the business partner or customer master data may not be set up correctly. For example, the partner function might be assigned to a vendor or another type of partner instead of a customer.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for partner determination may not include the necessary settings for the customer partner function.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where a non-customer partner function is being used in a context that requires a customer partner function.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Assignment:
  
  Go to the customer master data (transaction code XD03 for general data or VD03 for sales area data).
  Verify that the partner functions are correctly assigned and that the partner function in question is indeed set as a customer (KU).
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the partner determination procedure assigned to the relevant document type (e.g., sales order, delivery).
  Ensure that the partner function for customers is included in the procedure and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration in the SPRO transaction (Customizing) under:
  
  Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Define Partner Determination Procedure.
  
  
  Ensure that the partner function for customers is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate document types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being entered in the transaction to ensure that the correct partner function is being used.
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, check the partner data being referenced in that transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on partner functions and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XD03, VD03 - To view customer master data.
  SPRO - To access the configuration settings.
  
  
  Partner Functions: Understand the different types of partner functions (e.g., Customer, Vendor, Contact Person) and their roles in business processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to partner functions and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.