How To Fix HRPIQ00HRBP344 - BP type for related person &1 does not exist; define BP type &1 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00HRBP - Messages for customizing check (English)

• Message number: 344

• Message text: BP type for related person &1 does not exist; define BP type &1 first

What causes this issue?

The business partner type &V1& does not exist in the SAP system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

To solve this problem, you have the following two choices:
Change the default value to an existing business partner type in
<DS:SIMG.CM_XX_1091>Maintain Business Partner Type for Related Person
</> in customizing for <LS>Student Lifecycle Management.</>
Define the business partner type &V1& in the
<DS:SIMG._CABP_V_TB004>Define Business Partner Types</> in customizing
for <LS>Student Lifecycle Management.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ00HRBP344 - BP type for related person &1 does not exist; define BP type &1 first ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ00HRBP344 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) type for a related person in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the specified BP type for the related person does not exist, and you need to define that BP type first.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) or SAP Business Partner (BP) management when:
  
  A related person (such as a family member or dependent) is being processed, but the system cannot find the corresponding Business Partner type defined in the system.
  The configuration for Business Partner types is incomplete or incorrect.
  The specific BP type that is being referenced in the transaction or process has not been created or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check BP Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant area where Business Partner types are defined.
  Verify if the BP type that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message) is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define the Missing BP Type:
  
  If the BP type does not exist, you will need to create it.
  Use the transaction code BP to create a new Business Partner type.
  Ensure that you configure all necessary attributes and settings for the new BP type.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Human Resources > Personnel Administration > Business Partner > Define Business Partner Types.
  Ensure that the relevant BP types are correctly defined and assigned to the appropriate categories.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After defining or correcting the BP type, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  If the error is resolved, you should be able to proceed with the related person processing without issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific BP types required for your organization, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner (BP) Concept: In SAP, the Business Partner concept is used to manage master data for various entities such as customers, vendors, and employees. Each entity can have different types, and proper configuration is essential for smooth operations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify Business Partner types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQ00HRBP344 error and ensure that the necessary Business Partner types are correctly defined in your SAP system.