How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO207 - Vendor number is not part of Oil and Gas Business Partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Vendor number is not part of Oil and Gas Business Partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO207 - Vendor number is not part of Oil and Gas Business Partner ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO207, which states that "Vendor number is not part of Oil and Gas Business Partner," typically occurs in the context of the Oil and Gas (O&G) industry solution within SAP. This error indicates that the vendor number you are trying to use is not recognized as a valid business partner in the Oil and Gas module.
  Cause:
  
  Vendor Not Created as Business Partner: The vendor number you are trying to use has not been created or linked as a business partner in the Oil and Gas Business Partner (BP) master data.
  Incorrect Vendor Number: The vendor number entered may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between the vendor master data and the business partner data.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the vendor in the context of the Oil and Gas module.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Verify that the vendor number exists in the vendor master data (transaction code XK03 for display).
  Ensure that the vendor is set up as a business partner in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Link Business Partner:
  
  If the vendor does not exist as a business partner, you will need to create it. Use transaction code BP to create a new business partner and ensure it is categorized correctly for Oil and Gas.
  If the vendor exists but is not linked to the Oil and Gas business partner, you may need to link it appropriately.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Oil and Gas module to ensure that the integration between vendor master data and business partner data is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If there are data synchronization issues, you may need to run relevant reports or programs to synchronize the vendor and business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the Oil and Gas module for any specific requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned for Oil and Gas operations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO207 error and ensure that the vendor is properly recognized within the Oil and Gas Business Partner framework in SAP.