How To Fix IBPART015 - Partner number and partner function must contain entries

IBPART015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBPART - IB: Messages for CRM Partners

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Partner number and partner function must contain entries

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IBPART015 - Details

• The SAP error message IBPART015 indicates that a partner number and partner function must contain entries in the context of business partner data. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a business partner in SAP, and the required fields for partner number and partner function are either empty or not properly filled out.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entries: The partner number or partner function fields are left blank when they are required.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the business partner may not be set up correctly, leading to mandatory fields not being recognized.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as incorrect navigation or selection of fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that both the partner number and partner function fields are filled in correctly. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., BP for Business Partner).
  Checking the details of the business partner