How To Fix OPS_SE_SHP_SC007 - Partner function &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_SHP_SC - Messages for Delivery Services

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Partner function &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP_SC007 - Partner function &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_SHP_SC007, which states "Partner function &1 not found," typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or logistics processes when the system cannot find a specified partner function for a business partner in the relevant document (like a sales order, delivery, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Function Configuration: The partner function specified in the document is not defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the partner determination procedure.
  Incorrect Partner Function Assignment: The partner function may not be assigned to the business partner in the master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., KNA1 for customers, LFA1 for vendors).
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might be causing the issue by not handling partner functions correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for partner determination.
  Ensure that the partner function in question is defined in the partner determination procedure for the relevant document type.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Master Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like BP to check the business partner master data.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the partner determination procedure assigned to the sales area or relevant document type.
  Make sure that the partner function is included in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any missing or inconsistent data related to partners.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the partner function is being called and why it is not found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to partner functions and partner determination for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO (Customizing)
  BP (Business Partner)
  VD03 (Display Customer)
  XD03 (Display Customer - Company Code)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  KNA1 (General Data in Customer Master)
  LFA1 (Vendor Master)
  TPARA (Partner Functions)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to partner functions and partner determination.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the OPS_SE_SHP_SC007 error message in SAP.