How To Fix R1789 - Enter the Relationship Number or Role Determination Category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 789

• Message text: Enter the Relationship Number or Role Determination Category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1789 - Enter the Relationship Number or Role Determination Category ?

  The SAP error message R1789, which states "Enter the Relationship Number or Role Determination Category," typically occurs in the context of maintaining or processing business partner relationships in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires specific information related to the relationship between business partners, but that information has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The error usually arises when the user attempts to create or modify a relationship between business partners without entering the required fields, specifically the Relationship Number or Role Determination Category.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the business partner roles or relationships in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the necessary information in the relevant fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Information:
  
  When prompted with the error, ensure that you fill in the "Relationship Number" or "Role Determination Category" fields as required.
  Check the specific business partner roles and relationships that are relevant to your transaction.
  
  
  
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