How To Fix MD_BP054 - No Business Partner associated with Partner Function &1, Party ID &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_BP -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: No Business Partner associated with Partner Function &1, Party ID &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_BP054 - No Business Partner associated with Partner Function &1, Party ID &2 ?

  The SAP error message MD_BP054 indicates that there is no business partner associated with the specified partner function and party ID in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where business partner data is required for processes such as material management, sales, or logistics, and the system cannot find the necessary association.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Business Partner: The specified party ID does not exist in the system or is not correctly set up as a business partner.
  Incorrect Partner Function: The partner function specified may not be correctly assigned to the business partner.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the business partner master data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for partner functions and business partner roles may not be correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and verify if the business partner with the specified Party ID exists.
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly set up with the necessary roles and partner functions.
  
  
  
  Verify Partner Function Assignment:
  
  Check if the partner function you are trying to use is assigned to the business partner. This can be done in the business partner master data under the "Roles" section.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner does not exist, create a new business partner with the required partner function.
  If it exists but is missing the partner function, update the business partner to include the necessary partner function.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for business partners and partner functions in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the partner functions are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate business partner roles.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify and resolve any discrepancies in the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing for SAP
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on business partner roles and partner functions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MD_BP054 error and ensure that the necessary business partner associations are correctly established in your SAP system.