How To Fix IX007 - Partner function & is not allowed in partner determination profile &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IX - Messages for Service Processing

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Partner function & is not allowed in partner determination profile &

What causes this issue?

You have not entered a valid partner function.

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?

Use the function for possible entries to find a valid partner function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IX007 - Partner function & is not allowed in partner determination profile & ?

  The SAP error message IX007 indicates that there is an issue with the partner function in the partner determination profile. This error typically arises when a specific partner function is not allowed or is not correctly configured in the partner determination settings for a particular business transaction or document type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Partner Function Configuration: The partner function you are trying to use is not included in the partner determination profile for the relevant business object (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  Missing Partner Determination Profile: The partner determination profile assigned to the document type may not include the required partner function.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to the relevant area (e.g., Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Partner Determination > Partner Determination Procedure).
  Verify that the partner function in question is included in the partner determination profile assigned to the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Partner Determination Profile:
  
  Ensure that the correct partner determination profile is assigned to the relevant document type (e.g., sales order, purchase order).
  You can check this in the configuration settings for the specific document type.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Function Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific partner function to ensure it is correctly defined and allowed for the relevant business processes.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If applicable, try creating a document with different data to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on partner determination profiles and partner functions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO for configuration settings.
  VD03 or VD02 for viewing or changing customer master data.
  VK03 or VK02 for viewing or changing vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Partner Functions: Common partner functions include Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, Bill-to Party, and Payer in Sales and Distribution.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to partner determination profiles and functions.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, always test the configuration by creating a new document to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the IX007 error message in SAP.