How To Fix O7103 - Business location type differs from reference business location type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O7 - IS-Oil: MRN Marketing Retail Network messages

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Business location type differs from reference business location type.

What causes this issue?

Business location Type differs from Reference Business Location Type.

System Response

Only visible data will be saved

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O7103 - Business location type differs from reference business location type. ?

  The SAP error message O7103, which states "Business location type differs from reference business location type," typically occurs in the context of business partner or customer/vendor master data management. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the business location type you are trying to use and the reference business location type defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Business Location Types: The business location type you are trying to assign to a business partner or transaction does not match the expected or reference business location type defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which business location types are valid for certain transactions or business partners.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying business partner records can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Business Location Types: Verify the business location type you are trying to use. Ensure that it matches the reference business location type defined in the system.
  Review Configuration Settings: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in SPRO) and check the settings for business location types. Ensure that the configuration allows for the business location type you are trying to use.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the business partner or transaction data to ensure that the business location type aligns with the reference type.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on business location types and their configurations.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to view or edit business partner data.
  SPRO Configuration: The configuration path in SPRO for business partner settings can be found under "Cross-Application Components" > "Master Data" > "Business Partner" > "Business Partner Settings."
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the O7103 error and ensure that your business location types are correctly configured and aligned with the reference types in your SAP system.