How To Fix REBPBP028 - Object validity: &1-&2, partner only assigned in period &3-&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBPBP - Business Partner

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Object validity: &1-&2, partner only assigned in period &3-&4

What causes this issue?

The business partner is only assigned to the object/contract in the
period &V3&-&V4&. However, the object (or contract) has a validity
period from &V1&-&V2&. The business partner is therefore not assigned to
the object or contract at any time when it is actually valid.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

This is a warning message.
If you have intentionally assigned the partner
in the defined period (for example because the contract will probably be
extended) you do not need to do anything.
However, if the assignment period is unintentionally outside the
validity period, correct your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBPBP028 - Object validity: &1-&2, partner only assigned in period &3-&4 ?

  The SAP error message REBPBP028 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a business partner (BP) assignment in the context of a business transaction. Specifically, the message states that the business partner is only assigned for a specific period, and the transaction you are trying to execute falls outside of that period.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to use a business partner in a transaction (e.g., creating a purchase order, sales order, etc.) for a time period that is not valid according to the assignment settings in the system.
  The business partner is only valid for a specific date range, and the transaction date does not fall within that range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Validity:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., transaction code BP).
  Find the specific business partner that is causing the error.
  Check the validity period settings for the business partner. Ensure that the date of the transaction you are trying to execute falls within the valid range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If the validity period is incorrect or needs to be extended, you can modify the validity dates for the business partner assignment.
  Make sure to save the changes after adjusting the validity period.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational units or roles that are required for the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to change the validity period or if you need to understand the implications of changing it, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Errors:
  
  Sometimes, this error can be a symptom of other underlying issues. Ensure that there are no other related errors or warnings in the system that might be affecting the business partner assignment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structures)
  SE16: Data Browser (to view data in tables)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  You may want to check relevant tables such as BUT000 (Business Partner: General Data) and BUT020 (Business Partner: Roles) to understand the assignments and validity periods.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to business partner assignments and validity periods.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REBPBP028 error and successfully complete your transaction.