How To Fix R1530 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 530

• Message text: DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat

What causes this issue?

If you want a semantic check for business partner 2 that references the
BP role, the same differentiation type must be assigned to this role as
is assigned to the relationship category.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Check whether the differentiation type you need is assigned to the
relationship category.
Select only one BP role to which the same differentiation type is
assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1530 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat ?

  The SAP error message R1530 indicates that there is a mismatch in the "DiffType" (Differentiation Type) for a Business Partner (BP) role and the Relationship Category (RelCat) in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a business partner relationship, and the differentiation types for the involved business partner roles do not match the expected differentiation type for the relationship category.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Differentiation Types: The differentiation type for the business partner role (BP2) does not match the differentiation type required for the relationship category (RelCat) you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Business Partner settings or the Relationship Category settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying the business partner or relationship.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Differentiation Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Business Partners and check the differentiation types assigned to the roles involved (BP1 and BP2).
  Ensure that the differentiation type for BP2 matches the differentiation type required for the relationship category (RelCat).
  
  
  
  Review Relationship Category Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for Relationship Categories in the SAP system.
  Verify that the relationship category is correctly configured to accept the differentiation types of the business partner roles involved.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error occurred during data entry, review the entries for the business partners and ensure that the correct roles and relationship categories are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the differentiation types and relationship categories to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the creation or modification of the business partner relationship again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Each business partner can have multiple roles, and each role can have specific attributes, including differentiation types.
  Relationship Categories: These define the nature of the relationship between business partners and can have specific requirements regarding the differentiation types of the roles involved.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or support team for further assistance.