How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_CHECK080 - BP roles &1 and &2 are mutually exclusive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_CHECK - Messages for check of BP data

• Message number: 080

• Message text: BP roles &1 and &2 are mutually exclusive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK080 - BP roles &1 and &2 are mutually exclusive ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK080 indicates that there is a conflict between two business partner (BP) roles that are being assigned to the same business partner. Specifically, the error states that the roles &1 and &2 are mutually exclusive, meaning that a business partner cannot have both roles assigned at the same time.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign two roles to a business partner that are defined as mutually exclusive in the system configuration.
  The roles may have conflicting attributes or functions that prevent them from being assigned together.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Roles: Check the specific roles indicated in the error message (replace &1 and &2 with the actual role names). This will help you understand which roles are causing the conflict.
  
  
  Review Role Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for business partner roles in SAP. This can usually be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant section for Master Data Governance (MDG) or Business Partner settings.
  Look for the settings that define the relationship between the roles. You may find that these roles are set as mutually exclusive.
  
  
  
  Decide on Role Assignment:
  
  Determine which of the two roles is necessary for your business process. You will need to choose one role to keep and remove the other.
  If both roles are required for different purposes, consider whether you can redesign the business process to accommodate this.
  
  
  
  Adjust Role Assignment:
  
  Remove the conflicting role from the business partner record.
  Re-attempt to save or activate the business partner with the remaining role.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the business partner creation or update process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Mutually Exclusive Roles: In SAP, certain roles are designed to be mutually exclusive to prevent data inconsistencies. For example, a business partner cannot be both a "Customer" and a "Vendor" in certain configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner roles to understand the implications of each role and their configurations.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom roles or specific requirements, consult with your SAP functional team or a consultant to ensure that the role configurations align with your business needs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_BS_BP_CHECK080 error and successfully manage your business partner roles in SAP.