How To Fix FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR123 - Business Partner Role Code is mandatory for creation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Business Partner Role Code is mandatory for creation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR123 - Business Partner Role Code is mandatory for creation. ?

  The SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR123 indicates that a Business Partner (BP) role code is mandatory for the creation of a Business Partner in the context of employee management. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or maintain a Business Partner without specifying the required role code.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The system requires a specific Business Partner role (e.g., Employee, Vendor, Customer) to be assigned during the creation process.
  The role code is not provided in the input data, or it is incorrectly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that you are assigning the correct Business Partner role when creating the Business Partner. For employee-related BPs, the role might be something like "Employee" or "Person."
  
  
  
  Input Data:
  
  When creating a Business Partner, make sure to fill in all mandatory fields, including the Business Partner role. This can usually be done in the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom program or interface to create Business Partners, ensure that the role code is being passed correctly in the data. Review the mapping and data flow to ensure that the role is included.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create Business Partners with the specified roles. Lack of authorization might prevent you from assigning roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific Business Partner roles and their requirements. This can provide insights into which roles are mandatory for your specific scenario.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try creating the Business Partner again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MONITOR: Business Partner Monitor
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Familiarize yourself with the different roles available in your SAP system and their specific requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the Business Partner role code is correctly specified and configured, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the Business Partner.