How To Fix FKKDPR116 - For business partners without a shop, rule variant &1 is used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKDPR - Message Class for Data Privacy

• Message number: 116

• Message text: For business partners without a shop, rule variant &1 is used

What causes this issue?

Owing to their transaction data, no rule variant could be determined for
business partner &V1&.

System Response

The system uses the <DS:DE.DPR_RLVAR_NOBUS_KK>rule variant for business
partners without transaction data</> defined in Customizing.
&FURTHER_SOURCES_OF_INF&
The situation can arise, for example, when a retention start but no
company code can be determined from the transaction data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPR116 - For business partners without a shop, rule variant &1 is used ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPR116 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) modules. This error indicates that a business partner (BP) is being processed without an associated shop, and as a result, a specific rule variant is being applied.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A business partner is being processed in a scenario where a shop is expected, but the business partner does not have a shop assigned.
  The system is trying to apply a rule variant that is not applicable to the business partner due to the absence of a shop.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business partner in question has a shop assigned. You can do this by navigating to the business partner master data and checking the relevant fields.
  If the business partner should have a shop, assign the appropriate shop to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Rule Variants:
  
  Check the configuration of the rule variants being used. Ensure that the rule variant being applied is appropriate for business partners without a shop.
  If necessary, create or modify a rule variant that can handle business partners without a shop.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to business partner management and rule variants to understand the expected configurations and any prerequisites.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Master Data: Ensure that the business partner master data is correctly maintained, including all relevant attributes such as shops, roles, and other necessary information.
  Rule Variants: Familiarize yourself with how rule variants are defined and applied in your SAP system, as this can vary based on the specific implementation and business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.