How To Fix R1849 - Business partner &1 is not &2 or &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Business partner &1 is not &2 or &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1849 - Business partner &1 is not &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message R1849 indicates that there is an issue with the business partner (BP) in the context of a specific transaction or process. The message typically states that the business partner is not of the expected type or category. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 represent the business partner ID, the expected type, and the expected category, respectively.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Type: The business partner you are trying to use does not match the expected type (e.g., it might be a customer when a vendor is expected).
  Business Partner Category Mismatch: The business partner may not belong to the required category (e.g., it might be a person when a company is expected).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which types or categories of business partners are valid for certain transactions.
  Data Entry Errors: The business partner ID entered may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the R1849 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Verify Business Partner ID: Check that the business partner ID you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Business Partner Type and Category:
  
  Go to the business partner master data and verify the type and category of the business partner.
  Ensure that the business partner is of the expected type (e.g., customer, vendor) and category (e.g., organization, person).
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system that define valid business partner types and categories for the specific transaction you are trying to execute.
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  Create or Change Business Partner: If the business partner does not meet the required criteria, you may need to create a new business partner or modify the existing one to match the expected type and category.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify business partner data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.