How To Fix PLM_QUEST033 - No suitable business partner role found for business partner "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_QUEST - Messages Specific to Questions

• Message number: 033

• Message text: No suitable business partner role found for business partner "&1"

What causes this issue?

Business partner &V1& does not exist in business partner roles BUP001
and BUP003.

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?

Select 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_QUEST033 - No suitable business partner role found for business partner "&1" ?

  The SAP error message PLM_QUEST033 indicates that the system could not find a suitable business partner role for the specified business partner. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or when dealing with business partner data in general.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Business Partner Role: The business partner may not have the required role assigned to it. Business partners in SAP can have multiple roles (e.g., vendor, customer, etc.), and if the necessary role for the operation you are trying to perform is not assigned, this error will occur.
  
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to the absence of the required role.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner, such as missing or incorrect entries in the business partner master data.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the business partner roles.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner in question.
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner. Ensure that the required role for the operation you are trying to perform is assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the required role is missing, you can assign it by editing the business partner and adding the necessary role.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant data consistency checks or reports to identify and correct any inconsistencies in the business partner data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the business partner and its roles. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on business partner roles and configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that can be assigned to a business partner and their significance in various processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLM_QUEST033 error and ensure that the business partner is correctly set up for your needs.