How To Fix /IAM/CONFIG158 - User &1 (&2 &3): Business partner creation not possible

/IAM/CONFIG158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 158

• Message text: User &1 (&2 &3): Business partner creation not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG158 - User &1 (&2 &3): Business partner creation not possible ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG158 User &1 (&2 &3): Business partner creation not possible typically indicates that there is an issue with the creation of a business partner in the Identity Access Management (IAM) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Required Data: The user may not have all the necessary data fields filled out that are required for creating a business partner.
  Authorization Issues: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to create a business partner in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the IAM or business partner setup that are not correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data being used to create the business partner, such as duplicate entries or invalid data formats.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system errors.
  
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