How To Fix R1172 - Applic. object &1: No assignment BP role->applic. exists for BP role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Applic. object &1: No assignment BP role->applic. exists for BP role &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1172 - Applic. object &1: No assignment BP role->applic. exists for BP role &2 ?

  The SAP error message R1172 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a Business Partner (BP) role to an application object. Specifically, the error message states that there is no assignment of a Business Partner role to the application object for the specified Business Partner role.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: The Business Partner role that you are trying to use is not assigned to the application object in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the Business Partner roles may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Role Not Active: The Business Partner role may not be active or may not be valid for the specific application object you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R1172 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Role Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Find the Business Partner in question and check the roles assigned to it.
  Ensure that the required role is assigned to the Business Partner.
  
  
  
  Verify Role Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the Business Partner role configuration.
  Check if the role is correctly configured for the application object you are working with.
  Ensure that the role is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Assign the Role:
  
  If the required role is missing, you can assign it to the Business Partner.
  Make sure to save your changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check Application Object Settings:
  
  Ensure that the application object you are trying to use is correctly configured to accept the Business Partner role.
  Review the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Role Management: Familiarize yourself with the role management in SAP Business Partner to understand how roles are assigned and managed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the R1172 error in your SAP system.