How To Fix O7106 - Reference business location type(&) differs from business loc. type(&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Reference business location type(&) differs from business loc. type(&)

What causes this issue?

Reference Business Location Type &V1& differs from Business Loc. Type
&V2&.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O7106 - Reference business location type(&) differs from business loc. type(&) ?

  The SAP error message O7106 indicates that there is a mismatch between the reference business location type and the business location type being used in a particular transaction or configuration. This error typically arises in the context of business partner or location management, where specific types of business locations are expected to conform to certain criteria.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The business location type defined in the system does not match the expected reference type.
  There may be a configuration issue where the business location types are not properly aligned or set up in the system.
  The business partner or location being referenced is not compatible with the type expected by the transaction or process being executed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the O7106 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for business location types in your SAP system. Ensure that the business location types are correctly defined and that the reference types are set up properly.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and navigate to the relevant sections for business partner or location management.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Data:
  
  Check the business partner data for the specific business location that is causing the error. Ensure that the business location type assigned to the business partner is correct and matches the expected reference type.
  You can use transaction code BP to view and edit business partner details.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Analyze the transaction or process that triggered the error. Ensure that the business location type being used is appropriate for the context of the transaction.
  If necessary, adjust the business location type in the transaction to match the expected reference type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to business location types and business partner management for additional guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access to SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  BP: Business Partner maintenance.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration best practices.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional context and user experiences related to this error.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the O7106 error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.