How To Fix IS006 - Enter a valid partner determination profile for the object category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IS - Equipment management

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Enter a valid partner determination profile for the object category

What causes this issue?

The <GL:partner_determination_procedure>partner determination procedure
</> specified is not valid for this object type.

System Response

You can only assign partner determination procedures that are valid for
the corresponding object type:
Maintenance objects can only be assigned to partner determination
procedures that have been created for Plant Maintenance.
<DS:GLOS.352AEED5AAE85CD5E10000009B38F974>Service objects</> can only
be assigned to partner determination procedures that have been created
for Customer Service.

How to fix this error?

Check the partner determination procedure where necessary.

<DS:TRAN.VOP2>Proceed</>
ENDIF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IS006 - Enter a valid partner determination profile for the object category ?

  The SAP error message IS006, which states "Enter a valid partner determination profile for the object category," 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 the system is unable to find a valid partner determination profile for the specified object category, which is necessary for processing partner-related data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Determination Profile: The partner determination profile has not been defined for the object category you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for partner determination profiles may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Object Category Not Defined: The object category you are trying to use may not be defined in the system or may not be linked to a partner determination profile.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the partner determination profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Partner Determination Profile:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for partner determination (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Define Partner Determination Profiles).
  Ensure that a valid partner determination profile is created for the object category you are working with.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Determination Profile:
  
  Ensure that the partner determination profile is assigned to the relevant object category (e.g., customer, vendor, etc.).
  Check the assignment in the configuration settings to ensure that the profile is linked correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Object Category:
  
  Verify that the object category you are using is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that it is linked to the appropriate partner determination profile.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the partner determination profiles.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, VD01 for creating customers, or VA01 for creating sales orders, depending on the context of the error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on partner determination profiles and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to partner determination profiles and the IS006 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IS006 error and ensure that the partner determination profiles are correctly set up in your SAP system.