How To Fix FKKDPB015 - Business partner &1 for last recipient account &2 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Business partner &1 for last recipient account &2 is blocked

What causes this issue?

The master data of business partner &V1& for final recipient &V2& is
blocked to protect personal data. You cannot enter any more business
transactions for this final recipient (for example, post documents or
create request items).

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 you need this access, use transaction BUP_REQ_UNBLK
to request unblocking for business partner &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPB015 - Business partner &1 for last recipient account &2 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPB015 indicates that a business partner (BP) is blocked for the last recipient account in the context of contract accounts receivable and payable (FI-CA). This error typically arises when you attempt to process a transaction involving a business partner that has been marked as blocked, preventing any further financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Blocked: The business partner associated with the account is blocked for certain activities, which could include payment processing, invoicing, or other financial transactions.
  Account Status: The last recipient account (the account linked to the business partner) may also be blocked due to various reasons, such as overdue payments, compliance issues, or internal policies.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the system that enforce blocking based on certain criteria (e.g., credit limits, payment history).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner using the relevant identification (e.g., name, ID).
  Check the status of the business partner and look for any blocking indicators.
  If appropriate, remove the block by adjusting the settings in the business partner master data.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Account:
  
  Use transaction code FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to check the status of the last recipient account.
  Investigate the reasons for the block (e.g., overdue invoices, credit issues).
  Resolve any outstanding issues that may be causing the block, and then unblock the account if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP FI-CA configuration team to review any settings that may be causing the blocking behavior.
  Ensure that the business partner and account settings align with your organization's policies and procedures.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further details on managing business partner statuses and account blocks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, FBL1N, FBL5N, and others that may be useful for managing business partners and accounts.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner and account statuses.
  Audit Trail: Keep a record of any changes made to business partner statuses for compliance and auditing purposes.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users who manage business partners and accounts to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.