How To Fix IQ162 - Assignment of partners not possible in this system

IQ162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IQ -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Assignment of partners not possible in this system

What causes this issue?

The system is trying to assign partners to an installed base or a part
thereof.
However, this function is not implemented in this system.

System Response

Processing is ended after the confirmation message appears on the
screen.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IQ162 - Assignment of partners not possible in this system ?

  The SAP error message IQ162, which states "Assignment of partners not possible in this system," typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP systems, particularly in modules like Sales and Distribution (SD) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM). This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of partner functions to a business partner or customer in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Function Configuration: The partner function you are trying to assign may not be configured in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data of the business partner or customer.
  Incorrect Partner Type: The partner type being assigned may not be valid for the transaction or document type you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign partners.
  System Settings: The system settings may not allow for the assignment of partners in certain scenarios or document types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
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