How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI231 - Correspondence BP20 checked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Correspondence BP20 checked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI231 - Correspondence BP20 checked ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI231 with the description "Correspondence BP20 checked" typically relates to issues in the Business Partner (BP) management module, particularly when dealing with correspondence settings for business partners.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when there is a problem with the configuration or status of the Business Partner (BP) in the system. Specifically, it may indicate that the correspondence settings for a particular business partner (BP20) have been checked or flagged, which may prevent certain actions from being performed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP to access the Business Partner master data.
  Search for the specific Business Partner (BP) that is causing the issue.
  Review the correspondence settings and ensure that they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Correspondence Types:
  
  Ensure that the correspondence types associated with the Business Partner are correctly set up and active.
  Check if the correspondence type is marked as "checked" or "inactive," which may prevent further processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Correspondence Settings:
  
  If necessary, uncheck or modify the correspondence settings for the Business Partner.
  Make sure that the relevant correspondence types are properly assigned and configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on Business Partner correspondence settings and their implications.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the Business Partner settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), BP20 (Business Partner Role), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that a Business Partner can have and how they affect correspondence settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI231.