How To Fix N2M195 - Operation cannot be run as the association partner is not blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: N2M - Global Trade: Item Category Management

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Operation cannot be run as the association partner is not blocked

What causes this issue?

You want to change an association with association partner &V1& &V2&,
item &V3&.

System Response

The operation cannot be run as the trading contract to which the
association partner is assigned, is not blocked.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message N2M195 - Operation cannot be run as the association partner is not blocked ?

  The SAP error message N2M195, which states "Operation cannot be run as the association partner is not blocked," typically occurs in the context of managing business partner relationships, particularly in the area of master data management or when dealing with business partner associations in SAP.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to perform an operation (such as blocking or unblocking a business partner) on a business partner that is associated with another partner that is not in a blocked status. The system requires that the associated partner be blocked before certain operations can be executed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Associated Partner:
  
  Identify the business partner that is causing the issue. You can do this by reviewing the details of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to check the status of the associated partner.
  
  
  
  Block the Associated Partner:
  
  If the associated partner is not blocked, you may need to block it first. This can typically be done in the business partner maintenance screen.
  Navigate to the business partner in question and change its status to "Blocked."
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the associated partner is blocked, try to perform the original operation again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to business partner relationships in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on business partner management and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON: Business Partner Monitoring
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the roles assigned to the business partners are appropriate for the operations you are trying to perform.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can also lead to errors. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to block/unblock business partners.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the N2M195 error and successfully perform the desired operation on the business partner.