How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL044 - Standard flag has to be set for standard customer &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Standard flag has to be set for standard customer &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL044 - Standard flag has to be set for standard customer &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL044 indicates that a standard flag must be set for a standard customer in the Business Partner (BP) model. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a business partner that is classified as a standard customer, but the necessary configuration or settings are not in place.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The standard flag for the business partner is not set in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Business Partner Role: The business partner may not have the correct role assigned that corresponds to a standard customer.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the business partner as a standard customer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Role:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct role assigned. For a standard customer, the role should typically be something like "FLCU00" (General Customer) or similar, depending on your configuration.
  
  
  
  Set the Standard Flag:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP