How To Fix IWO_BAPI712 - Partner data cannot be maintained for order type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 712

• Message text: Partner data cannot be maintained for order type &1

What causes this issue?

You want to enter partner data in the maintenance order. However, no
partner determination procedure is assigned to the order type &V1&.

System Response

You are not able to enter the partner data.
INCLUDE KEINE-VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE SYSTEMVERWALTER OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

Procedure for System Administrators

In the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.OLIAVOP21>Define Partner
Determination Procedure and Partner Function</>, assign a suitable
partner determination procedure and the relevant partner functions to
order type &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IWO_BAPI712 - Partner data cannot be maintained for order type &1 ?

  The SAP error message IWO_BAPI712 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining partner data for a specific order type in the system. This error typically arises when trying to create or update an order in SAP that requires partner data (such as vendors, customers, or other business partners) but the system cannot process it due to configuration or data issues.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Function Configuration: The order type may not have the necessary partner functions configured in the system.
  Incorrect Order Type: The order type being used may not support partner data maintenance.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the partner master records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain partner data for the specified order type.
  Custom Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements may be interfering with the standard processing of partner data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the order type in transaction SPRO.
  Navigate to Logistics > Order Management > Order Types > Define Order Types and ensure that the necessary partner functions are defined for the order type in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Order Type:
  
  Ensure that the order type you are using is correct and supports partner data. You can check this in the order type configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Master Data:
  
  Check the partner master records to ensure that all required data is present and correctly maintained. Use transactions like BP (Business Partner) to review the data.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to maintain the partner data has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits related to partner data processing, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access to the configuration settings.
  BP: Business Partner maintenance.
  IW32/IW33: Change/display order transactions where the error may occur.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to order management and partner data maintenance for further insights.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.