How To Fix /PICM/UI140 - Business partner blocked; residence time has ended

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Business partner blocked; residence time has ended

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI140 - Business partner blocked; residence time has ended ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI140 Business partner blocked; residence time has ended typically occurs in the context of managing business partners in SAP, particularly when dealing with the Business Partner (BP) master data. This error indicates that the business partner has been blocked due to the expiration of the residence time, which is a defined period during which the business partner is allowed to be active.
  Cause:
  
  Residence Time Expiration: Each business partner can have a defined residence time, which is the period during which the business partner is considered active. Once this period expires, the business partner is automatically blocked.
  Configuration Settings: The residence time settings may have been configured in such a way that it leads to the blocking of the business partner after a certain period.
  Manual Blocking: The business partner may have been manually blocked by a user or through a business process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP transaction code).
  Search for the blocked business partner.
  Check the status and unblock it if necessary. This may require appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Extend Residence Time:
  
  If the business partner needs to remain active, consider extending the residence time in the configuration settings.
  This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant business partner settings.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary data for the business partner is complete and correct.
  If the business partner is no longer needed, consider archiving or deleting it according to your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific configuration settings related to business partner management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to business partner management include BP (Business Partner), BP_MON (Business Partner Monitor), and BP_CHANGE (Change Business Partner).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and manage the business partner status effectively.