How To Fix R11660 - BP role &1 w. differentiation type value &3 does not exist for partner &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R11 - Business Partner and BDT

• Message number: 660

• Message text: BP role &1 w. differentiation type value &3 does not exist for partner &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R11660 - BP role &1 w. differentiation type value &3 does not exist for partner &2 ?

  The SAP error message R11660 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) role assignment in the system. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to find a specific Business Partner role with a differentiation type for the given partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Definition: The specified Business Partner role (indicated by &1) with the differentiation type (indicated by &3) does not exist in the system for the Business Partner (indicated by &2).
  Incorrect Configuration: The role may not have been configured correctly in the system, or it may have been deleted or not activated.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the role or differentiation type when trying to assign it to the Business Partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the Business Partner role configuration in the SAP system (transaction code BP).
  Verify that the role &1 exists and is correctly configured with the differentiation type &3.
  If the role does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it.
  
  
  
  Assign Correct Role:
  
  Ensure that the Business Partner &2 is assigned the correct role. If the role is not applicable, consider using a different role that is valid for the partner.
  
  
  
  Review Differentiation Type:
  
  Check if the differentiation type &3 is valid for the role you are trying to assign. If it is not valid, you may need to adjust the differentiation type or the role assignment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on Business Partner roles and differentiation types to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, Business Partners can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor) and each role can have different attributes and differentiation types.
  Differentiation Types: These are used to distinguish between different instances of the same role for a Business Partner, allowing for more granular control over data and processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing Business Partners and BP_ROLE for role management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the R11660 error message in SAP.