How To Fix /PMG/GE_COR023 - Dispatch control &1 cannot be selected; bus. partner does not allow it

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PMG/GE_COR -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Dispatch control &1 cannot be selected; bus. partner does not allow it

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PMG/GE_COR023 - Dispatch control &1 cannot be selected; bus. partner does not allow it ?

  The SAP error message /PMG/GE_COR023 Dispatch control &1 cannot be selected; bus. partner does not allow it typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project Management or Project System modules, particularly when dealing with dispatch control settings for business partners.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the dispatch control setting you are trying to select for a specific business partner is not allowed. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may not be configured to allow the selected dispatch control. This could be due to settings in the business partner master data that restrict certain dispatch controls.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to select the specified dispatch control for the business partner.
  
  
  Incompatibility: The dispatch control you are trying to use may not be compatible with the business partner's current status or settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Settings:
  
  Go to the business partner master data (transaction code BP).
  Review the settings related to dispatch control. Ensure that the dispatch control you are trying to select is allowed for this business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or configuration guides related to dispatch control and business partner settings to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for the Project System or Project Management modules to ensure that all settings are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.