How To Fix /MOC/CONFIG163 - Partner role (row &1) is not assigned to the change request type in Cust.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MOC/CONFIG -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Partner role (row &1) is not assigned to the change request type in Cust.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG163 - Partner role (row &1) is not assigned to the change request type in Cust. ?

  The SAP error message /MOC/CONFIG163 Partner role (row &1) is not assigned to the change request type in Cust. typically occurs in the context of SAP Change Request Management (ChaRM) when there is a configuration issue related to partner roles in the change request type.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a specific partner role (identified by the row number &1) is not properly assigned to the change request type in the customizing settings. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The partner role has not been assigned to the change request type in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Role Assignment: The partner role may be incorrectly configured or not relevant for the specific change request type.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Change Request Management -> Basic Settings -> Define Change Request Types.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Roles:
  
  Select the relevant change request type that is causing the error.
  Check the partner roles assigned to this change request type.
  Ensure that the partner role mentioned in the error message is included in the list.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Partner Role:
  
  If the partner role is missing, you can add it by selecting the appropriate option to include the partner role for the change request type.
  Make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  After making changes, validate the configuration to ensure that all necessary partner roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Test the Change Request:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to create or process the change request again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner Roles: In SAP ChaRM, partner roles define the responsibilities of different stakeholders involved in the change management process (e.g., developers, testers, project managers).
  Change Request Types: These are used to categorize different types of changes in the system, and each type can have specific configurations, including partner roles.
  Transport Management: If you are working in a landscape with multiple systems (e.g., Development, Quality, Production), ensure that the configurations are consistent across systems.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or refer to the SAP Community for further assistance.