How To Fix MD_BP015 - Address-independent communication data are not allowed

MD_BP015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_BP -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Address-independent communication data are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_BP015 - Address-independent communication data are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MD_BP015 indicates that there is an issue with the address-independent communication data in the context of business partner (BP) master data. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create or modify a business partner without the necessary address data being properly defined or when the system is expecting address-dependent communication data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Address Data: The business partner may not have the required address information filled out, which is necessary for address-dependent communication.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured to require address-dependent communication data, but the data being processed is address-independent.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being entered or processed, leading to the system rejecting the input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the details of the business partner in question.
  Ensure that all required address fields are filled out correctly, including street, city, postal code, and