How To Fix PLM_QUEST031 - Business partner "&1" cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_QUEST - Messages Specific to Questions

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Business partner "&1" cannot be assigned

What causes this issue?

You have assigned business partner &V1& with business partner role &V2&
in audit management. However, only the business partner roles BUP001
and BUP003 are supported.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a business partner using the input help. Restrict the selection
using the business partner roles BUP001 'Contact person' or BUP003
'Employee'.
&NOTE&
During a partner-relevant authorization check, only business partners
with business partner role BUP003 are checked.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_QUEST031 - Business partner "&1" cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message PLM_QUEST031 indicates that a specific business partner (BP) cannot be assigned in the context of a particular operation, such as a project or a request in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) module. This error typically arises due to issues related to the configuration or status of the business partner.
  Causes:
  
  Business Partner Status: The business partner may be inactive or not fully set up in the system. This can happen if the BP is not approved or is marked as inactive.
  Role Assignment: The business partner may not have the required roles assigned to perform the intended action. For example, if the BP is supposed to be a supplier or customer, the relevant roles must be assigned.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the business partner's master data that prevent it from being assigned.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to assign the business partner.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the PLM module that restrict the assignment of certain business partners.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Business Partner Status: Verify that the business partner is active and properly set up. You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (BP) and checking the status.
  Review Role Assignments: Ensure that the necessary roles are assigned to the business partner. This can be done in the Business Partner transaction by checking the roles tab.
  Correct Data Inconsistencies: Review the master data of the business partner for any missing or incorrect information. Make necessary corrections.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to assign the business partner has the required authorizations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review any settings that may be affecting the assignment of business partners in the PLM module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner), SU01 (User Maintenance), or PFCG (Role Maintenance) to check and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for PLM and Business Partner management for more detailed guidance on managing business partners and resolving related issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.