How To Fix FKKDPB019 - Business partner &1 is blocked; you cannot change the contacts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Business partner &1 is blocked; you cannot change the contacts

What causes this issue?

The master data of the business partner is blocked to protect personal
data. You cannot change the contacts 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 change the contacts 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 FKKDPB019 - Business partner &1 is blocked; you cannot change the contacts ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPB019 indicates that the business partner (BP) you are trying to modify is blocked, which prevents any changes to its associated contacts. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) and Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business partner has been marked as blocked in the system. This could happen for various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual Blocking: A user may have manually blocked the business partner due to compliance issues, credit risk, or other business reasons.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may automatically block business partners based on specific criteria (e.g., overdue payments).
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the business partner's data that necessitate blocking.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to unblock the business partner. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Enter the business partner number that is causing the error.
  Check the status of the business partner to confirm if it is indeed blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unblock the business partner by editing its details.
  In the business partner maintenance screen, look for the "Status" or "Blocking" section.
  Change the status from "Blocked" to "Active" or remove the blocking indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Blocking Reasons:
  
  If the business partner is blocked for a specific reason (e.g., credit issues), review the underlying reasons and address them before unblocking.
  Ensure that any compliance or business requirements are met before making changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to unblock the business partner, consult with your SAP administrator or the relevant department (e.g., finance, compliance) to address the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After unblocking, attempt to make the changes to the contacts again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for business partner maintenance and FBL1N for vendor line items, if applicable.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing business partners and understanding blocking criteria.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about unblocking a business partner, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKKDPB019 error and successfully modify the contacts associated with the business partner.