How To Fix IWO_BAPI706 - Partner maintenance:Deletion of partner role from partner &1 &2 forbidden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IWO_BAPI - BAPIs for ALM Orders: Messages

• Message number: 706

• Message text: Partner maintenance:Deletion of partner role from partner &1 &2 forbidden

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete the partner role for the partner with partner role
&V1& and partner number &V2&.
You can only delete a partner role if you simultaneously delete the
partner number.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI706 - Partner maintenance:Deletion of partner role from partner &1 &2 forbidden ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI706 indicates that there is an issue with the deletion of a partner role from a partner in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to delete a partner role from a partner (such as a vendor, customer, or business partner) but the system does not allow it due to certain restrictions or conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Role Restrictions: The partner role you are trying to delete may be restricted from deletion due to business rules or configurations in the system.
  Data Integrity: The partner role may be linked to other data or transactions that require it to remain active for data integrity purposes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion of the partner role.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the partner management settings may prevent the deletion of specific partner roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Role Dependencies: Review the partner role and its dependencies. Ensure that there are no active transactions or data that require the partner role to remain.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the partner role has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings for partner roles in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO). Look for any settings that may restrict the deletion of partner roles.
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider whether you can deactivate the partner role instead of deleting it. This may allow you to maintain data integrity while removing the role from active use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to partner management and the specific partner roles you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or XD02 (Change Customer) to review and manage partner roles.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.