How To Fix FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION002 - No differentiation criterion-dependent BP role exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION - Differentiation Criterion

• Message number: 002

• Message text: No differentiation criterion-dependent BP role exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION002 - No differentiation criterion-dependent BP role exists ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_DIFF_CRITERION002 indicates that there is no differentiation criterion-dependent Business Partner (BP) role available for the specified criteria in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to assign a role to a Business Partner that requires specific differentiation criteria, but those criteria are not defined or do not match any existing roles.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Differentiation Criteria: The differentiation criteria that you are trying to use for the Business Partner role assignment do not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Role Configuration: The Business Partner role you are trying to assign may not be configured to accept the differentiation criteria you are using.
  Role Assignment Issues: The role may not be correctly assigned to the Business Partner or may not be compatible with the differentiation criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Differentiation Criteria:
  
  Go to the Business Partner role configuration in the SAP system.
  Verify if the differentiation criteria you are trying to use are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Role Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the role configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the role you are trying to assign is set up to accept the differentiation criteria you are using.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Role:
  
  If the role does not exist for the specified differentiation criteria, you may need to create a new role or modify an existing one to include the necessary criteria.
  Use transaction code BP to manage Business Partners and their roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Business Partner roles and differentiation criteria for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to assign roles to Business Partners.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner (BP): In SAP, a Business Partner is a master data entity that can represent customers, vendors, or other entities. Each BP can have multiple roles assigned to it.
  Differentiation Criteria: These are specific attributes or conditions that determine how a Business Partner role is assigned or used within the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), BP_ROLE (to manage roles), and SPRO (to access configuration settings).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign the desired Business Partner role.