How To Fix GPSC066 - Partner To/Contractor combination is invalid. Please CHANGE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPSC - PSC Application

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Partner To/Contractor combination is invalid. Please CHANGE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPSC066 - Partner To/Contractor combination is invalid. Please CHANGE ?

  The SAP error message GPSC066, which states "Partner To/Contractor combination is invalid. Please CHANGE," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where partner functions and contractor assignments are involved. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid combination of the specified partner and contractor in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Partner Assignment: The partner (e.g., vendor, customer) assigned to the document does not match the expected contractor or is not set up correctly in the system.
  Missing Data: The required data for the partner or contractor may be missing or incomplete in the master data records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner determination procedure or the assignment of partner roles.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data between different modules or systems (e.g., between SRM and ERP).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the partner or contractor data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Master Data: Verify that the partner and contractor are correctly set up in the system. Ensure that the partner master data is complete and accurate.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., XK03 for vendor master) and check the details.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Functions: Ensure that the partner functions are correctly assigned to the partner. This can be done in the partner determination settings.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the partner determination settings and verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Update Document: If the document (e.g., purchase order, contract) is referencing an invalid partner, update the document to reference a valid partner/contractor combination.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for partner determination in the relevant module (e.g., SRM, MM). Ensure that the settings align with business requirements.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate further. They may need to check for data inconsistencies or perform a deeper analysis of the system logs.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the partner and contractor data.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as XK03 (Display Vendor), ME23N (Display Purchase Order), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on partner functions and master data management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the GPSC066 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.