How To Fix FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR077 - Business Partner ID &1 is not of type Person. (UUID &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Business Partner ID &1 is not of type Person. (UUID &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR077 - Business Partner ID &1 is not of type Person. (UUID &2) ?

  The SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR077 indicates that the Business Partner (BP) ID you are trying to use is not of the type "Person." This error typically arises in scenarios where a business process expects a Business Partner to be a person (individual) but the provided Business Partner ID is associated with a different type, such as an organization or group.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Type: The Business Partner ID you are using is not classified as a "Person" in the SAP system. It may be set up as an organization or another type.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the Business Partner ID, leading to the selection of an incorrect ID.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of Business Partner roles and types may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to process a transaction that requires a person.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Type:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) in SAP.
  Enter the Business Partner ID in question and check its details.
  Ensure that the Business Partner is indeed of type "Person." If it is not, you may need to create a new Business Partner of the correct type.
  
  
  
  Create or Change Business Partner:
  
  If the Business Partner ID is incorrect, create a new Business Partner with the correct type (Person).
  If you need to change the existing Business Partner type, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or follow the appropriate procedures to modify the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Business Partners in your SAP system to ensure that the roles and types are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant roles for a person are assigned to the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing Business Partners and their types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, Business Partners can have different roles (e.g., customer, vendor, employee) and types (e.g., person, organization). Ensure that the correct roles are assigned based on the business process requirements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), and other related transactions for managing Business Partners.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Business Partner management that might address this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.