How To Fix R1744 - Partner is ignored unless indicator is set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 744

• Message text: Partner is ignored unless indicator is set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1744 - Partner is ignored unless indicator is set ?

  The SAP error message R1744 ("Partner is ignored unless indicator is set") typically occurs in the context of partner determination in SAP, particularly when dealing with business partners in sales and distribution (SD) or other modules that utilize partner functions.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that a partner function is being ignored because the relevant indicator (usually a checkbox or setting) that allows the system to consider that partner function is not activated. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  The partner function is not marked as relevant for the transaction type or document type.
  The configuration for partner determination does not include the specific partner function for the current transaction.
  The partner function is not properly assigned to the business partner or customer master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for partner determination in the relevant module (e.g., Sales and Distribution).
  Ensure that the partner function in question is correctly configured and marked as relevant for the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the specific document type (e.g., sales order, delivery) to ensure that the partner function is included in the partner determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Settings:
  
  Ensure that the business partner or customer master data has the necessary partner functions assigned. You can do this by checking the customer master record in transaction XD02 or VD02.
  
  
  
  Set the Indicator:
  
  If there is a specific indicator that needs to be set for the partner function to be considered, make sure it is activated in the relevant configuration or master data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  XD02 / VD02: Change customer master data.
  VA01: Create sales order (to test partner determination).
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on partner determination procedures and configuration.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R1744 error message in SAP.