How To Fix FTR_GUI207 - Partner &1 is used in transactions as payer/payee

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GUI - TR Transaction Management

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Partner &1 is used in transactions as payer/payee

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GUI207 - Partner &1 is used in transactions as payer/payee ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GUI207 indicates that a partner (in this case, a business partner or customer/vendor) is being used in transactions as both a payer and a payee. This situation can arise in financial transactions, particularly in the context of treasury and risk management, where a partner may be involved in multiple roles.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  A business partner is assigned to multiple roles in a transaction that conflict with each other (e.g., the same partner is both the payer and the payee).
  There are inconsistencies in the configuration of the business partner roles in the system.
  The transaction being processed does not allow for the same partner to be used in both roles simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the transaction details to confirm if the same partner is indeed being used as both payer and payee. If so, you may need to adjust the transaction to use different partners for each role.
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration: 
  
  Go to the Business Partner (BP) transaction in SAP and review the roles assigned to the partner in question.
  Ensure that the partner is not incorrectly configured to be both a payer and a payee in the same transaction context.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data: If the transaction allows for it, modify the transaction data to assign different partners for the payer and payee roles.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific transaction you are working with to understand the requirements and restrictions regarding partner roles.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor, payer, payee). Understanding how these roles interact is crucial for managing transactions effectively.
  Transaction Types: Different transaction types may have specific rules regarding the use of partners. Familiarize yourself with the transaction types you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling business partner configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.