How To Fix FKKDPB004 - Business partner &1 is blocked: postings not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKDPB - Data Protection: Checks on Blocked Business Partners

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Business partner &1 is blocked: postings not possible

What causes this issue?

The master data of the business partner is blocked to protect personal
data. You cannot enter any postings for this business partner.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that it is necessary for you to enter a posting for the
business partner, request in transaction BUP_REQ_UNBLK that the block be
removed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPB004 - Business partner &1 is blocked: postings not possible ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPB004 indicates that a business partner (BP) is blocked, which prevents any postings from being made against that partner. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, where business partners are used to manage customer and vendor accounts.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The business partner has been marked as blocked in the system.
  The blocking could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The business partner has outstanding issues (e.g., overdue payments).
  The business partner is under review or has been flagged for compliance reasons.
  Manual blocking by a user or automated processes based on business rules.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Navigate to the business partner master data in SAP (transaction code BP).
  Search for the business partner using the relevant identification (e.g., BP number).
  Check the status of the business partner to confirm if it is indeed blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can unblock the business partner by:
  
  Editing the business partner's master data.
  Removing the block status in the relevant section (e.g., "General Data" or "Company Code Data").
  
  
  Ensure that you document the reason for unblocking, especially if it is part of a compliance or audit process.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the authority to unblock the business partner, consult with the finance or compliance department to understand the reason for the block and whether it can be lifted.
  
  
  
  Review Business Rules:
  
  If the blocking is due to automated processes, review the business rules or configurations that lead to the blocking of business partners. Adjust these rules if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions:
  
  Ensure that there are no pending transactions or issues related to the business partner that need to be resolved before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Master Data
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display (for vendor-related issues)
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display (for customer-related issues)
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit business partner data.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Keep records of any changes made to the business partner status for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.