How To Fix FSBPR_BO014 - BP &1 has multiple standard relationships of the same category at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBPR_BO - Messages for BO Business Partner Relationships

• Message number: 014

• Message text: BP &1 has multiple standard relationships of the same category at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBPR_BO014 - BP &1 has multiple standard relationships of the same category at &2 ?

  The SAP error message FSBPR_BO014 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) relationships in the system. Specifically, it means that the Business Partner identified by &1 has multiple standard relationships of the same category at the specified location &2. This can occur when the system detects that a Business Partner has been assigned more than one relationship of the same type, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Relationships: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries for the same relationship type for the Business Partner in question.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors or incorrect data migration can lead to multiple relationships being created unintentionally.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the Business Partner relationships in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Relationships:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) and enter the Business Partner number.
  Navigate to the Relationships tab and review the existing relationships for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Relationships:
  
  If you find multiple relationships of the same category, you will need to delete the duplicates. Ensure that you keep only one valid relationship of that type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that it correctly handled relationships without creating duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to Business Partner relationships. Ensure that the configuration allows for the intended relationships without duplication.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the Business Partner functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the relationships are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage Business Partners and their relationships.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Business Partner relationships to understand the allowed configurations and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FSBPR_BO014 error and ensure that your Business Partner relationships are correctly configured in the SAP system.