How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CC_BO136 - Outgoing order &1 has no recipient party item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CC_BO -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Outgoing order &1 has no recipient party item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CC_BO136 - Outgoing order &1 has no recipient party item ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CC_BO136 indicates that there is an issue with an outgoing order in the system, specifically that the order does not have a recipient party item defined. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with sales orders, purchase orders, or other types of documents that require a recipient or partner information.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Recipient Information: The outgoing order lacks the necessary recipient party information, which is required for processing the order.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the partner determination procedure that prevent the system from identifying the recipient.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in data entry where the recipient party was not specified or was incorrectly entered.
  Document Type Settings: The document type used for the outgoing order may not be set up correctly to include recipient information.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Order Details:
  
  Open the outgoing order in question and verify that the recipient party (e.g., customer, vendor) is correctly specified in the order.
  Ensure that all required partner functions (like Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party, etc.) are filled in.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for partner determination (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Check the settings for the relevant document type to ensure that the partner determination procedure is correctly configured to include recipient parties.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Recipient:
  
  If the recipient party is missing, you can manually add it to the order. This can usually be done in the partner tab of the order screen.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the recipient (customer or vendor) is correctly maintained and active in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If possible, create a test order with similar parameters to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is specific to certain data or configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), or others depending on the context of the outgoing order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_CC_BO136.