How To Fix FSBP_MAIN_ERROR_MSG071 - Business partner has been changed in the meantime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_MAIN_ERROR_MSG - Main Error Messages for FS-BP Services

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Business partner has been changed in the meantime

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_MAIN_ERROR_MSG071 - Business partner has been changed in the meantime ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_MAIN_ERROR_MSG071 indicates that a business partner (BP) has been changed or modified while you were trying to perform an operation on it. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create, update, or delete a business partner record, and the system detects that the data has been altered by another user or process.
  Causes:
  
  Concurrent Modifications: Another user or process has changed the business partner data while you were working on it.
  Session Timeout: Your session may have timed out, and the data was updated in the meantime.
  Data Locking: The business partner record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing your changes from being applied.
  Background Jobs: A background job may have updated the business partner data while you were working on it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Data: Refresh the business partner data in your session to ensure you are working with the most current information. You can do this by navigating back to the business partner screen and reloading the data.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the business partner record. If you find locks, you may need to wait for the other user or process to complete their transaction.
  Retry the Operation: After refreshing the data, try to perform the operation again. Ensure that no other users are making changes to the same business partner at the same time.
  Communicate with Users: If you are in a multi-user environment, communicate with your colleagues to ensure that no one else is working on the same business partner record simultaneously.
  Review Change Logs: If necessary, review the change logs for the business partner to understand what changes were made and by whom.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), SM12 (Display and Delete Locks), and SLG1 (Application Log) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the business partner data. Lack of proper authorizations can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.