How To Fix IM705 - Maintain a partner funtion in Customizing for pers. responsible for task

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Maintain a partner funtion in Customizing for pers. responsible for task

What causes this issue?

No entry was made in Customizing for this notification type for the
partner function of the person responsible for the task.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM705 - Maintain a partner funtion in Customizing for pers. responsible for task ?

  The SAP error message IM705, which states "Maintain a partner function in Customizing for person responsible for task," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or other modules where partner functions are relevant. This error indicates that the system requires a partner function to be defined for the person responsible for a specific task or activity, but it has not been configured.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The partner function for the person responsible for the task has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The partner function may not be correctly assigned to the relevant organizational units or roles.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to partners or responsible persons.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IM705 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing menu.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Partner Functions:
  
  Follow the path: Project System -> Structures -> Work Breakdown Structure -> Define Partner Functions.
  Alternatively, you can search for the relevant partner function settings in the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Define Partner Functions:
  
  Check if the partner function for the person responsible for the task is defined. If not, create a new partner function or modify an existing one to include the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Functions:
  
  Ensure that the partner function is assigned to the relevant organizational units or roles. This may involve linking the partner function to specific projects, tasks, or activities.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the project or task to ensure that the person responsible is correctly assigned and that all necessary partner functions are in place.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create or modify the task again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to manage projects and tasks.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on partner functions and their configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IM705 error and ensure that the partner function for the person responsible for the task is correctly maintained in the system.