How To Fix MD_BP018 - BP role & not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_BP -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: BP role & not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_BP018 - BP role & not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MD_BP018 typically indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) role assignment in the system. This error can occur when a user tries to assign a specific role to a Business Partner that is not allowed due to various reasons, such as configuration settings or missing authorizations.
  Cause:
  
  Role Assignment Restrictions: The role you are trying to assign may not be allowed for the specific Business Partner type (e.g., customer, vendor).
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not permit the assignment of certain roles based on the current settings in the Business Partner configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign the role to the Business Partner.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the Business Partner that prevent the role assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the Business Partner role configuration in the SAP system (transaction code BP).
  Verify that the role you are trying to assign is correctly configured and allowed for the Business Partner type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to assign the role. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Check the data of the Business Partner for any inconsistencies or missing information that might prevent the role assignment.
  Ensure that all mandatory fields for the role are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the Business Partner roles and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_ROLE - Role Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Business Partner Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Business Partner configuration settings in the SAP system, as they can vary based on the version and specific implementation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MD_BP018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.