How To Fix FKKDPB013 - Business partner &1 is blocked: display not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

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

What causes this issue?

The master data of the business partner is blocked to protect personal
data. You cannot display the master data of 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 display the master data
of 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 FKKDPB013 - Business partner &1 is blocked: display not possible ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPB013 indicates that the business partner you are trying to access is blocked, which prevents you from displaying its details. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, where business partners are used to manage customer and vendor data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the business partner being marked as blocked in the system. This could happen for several reasons, including:
  
  The business partner has been manually blocked by a user due to compliance issues, credit risk, or other business reasons.
  The business partner has outstanding issues that require resolution before it can be unblocked.
  The business partner is blocked in a specific role (e.g., as a customer or vendor) that you are trying to access.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner screen.
  Enter the business partner number and check its status. Look for any indicators that show it is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unblock the business partner by editing its status.
  Navigate to the relevant role (e.g., Customer, Vendor) and change the status from "Blocked" to "Active."
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to unblock the business partner, consult with your finance or compliance department to understand why the business partner is blocked and whether it can be unblocked.
  
  
  
  Review Related Documents:
  
  Check for any outstanding documents or transactions related to the business partner that may need to be resolved before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view or edit business partner data. If not, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display (if applicable)
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display (if applicable)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing business partners and understanding the implications of blocking/unblocking them.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to view and edit business partner information.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the blockage and take appropriate action to resolve the issue.