How To Fix PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES065 - Only customer and vendor are accepted in &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES - Message class for PS services

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Only customer and vendor are accepted in &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES065 - Only customer and vendor are accepted in &1. ?

  The SAP error message PLM_SE_PRS_MESSAGES065, which states "Only customer and vendor are accepted in &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) when there is an issue with the type of business partner being processed. This error indicates that the system expects either a customer or a vendor but has received a different type of business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Type: The business partner being referenced in the transaction is not classified as a customer or vendor. This could happen if the business partner is of a different category, such as a contact person, organization, or other types that are not accepted in the context of the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the types of business partners that can be used in certain transactions.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the wrong business partner or selected the wrong one from a list.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Business Partner: Check the business partner being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is indeed a customer or vendor. You can do this by navigating to the business partner master data and confirming its type.
  Change Business Partner: If the current business partner is not a customer or vendor, replace it with the correct one that meets the criteria.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, review the settings related to business partner types in the relevant module (e.g., PLM, MM). Ensure that the system is set up to accept the intended business partner types for the transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further details on the specific transaction and the expected business partner types.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor, contact). Ensure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned.
  Transaction Context: Understand the specific transaction or process where the error occurs, as this can provide insights into why the business partner type is being restricted.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling business partner types in PLM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.