How To Fix R1828 - Business partner &1 is not an (internal) organizational unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 828

• Message text: Business partner &1 is not an (internal) organizational unit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1828 - Business partner &1 is not an (internal) organizational unit ?

  The SAP error message R1828 indicates that the business partner you are trying to use is not recognized as an internal organizational unit. This error typically occurs in scenarios where a business partner is expected to be an organizational unit but is instead classified as a different type of business partner (e.g., person or group).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Type: The business partner you are trying to use is not set up as an organizational unit in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be correctly set up to recognize the business partner as an organizational unit.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry when creating or maintaining the business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Type:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the details of the business partner in question.
  Ensure that the business partner is set up as an organizational unit. You can do this by checking the role assignments for the business partner.
  
  
  
  Role Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the appropriate roles are assigned to the business partner. For an organizational unit, roles such as "Organizational Unit" should be assigned.
  If the roles are not assigned correctly, you can add the necessary roles in the business partner maintenance screen.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is not set up correctly, you may need to create a new business partner with the correct type or modify the existing one to ensure it is classified as an organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to business partner management. This may involve looking into customizing settings in the SPRO transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on business partner setup and management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Business Partner Roles: Familiarize yourself with the different roles that can be assigned to business partners, especially those related to organizational units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to business partner management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.