How To Fix REBPBP032 - Business partner &1 has not been released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBPBP - Business Partner

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Business partner &1 has not been released

What causes this issue?

The "Not Released" indicator is set for business partner &V1&.

System Response

This business partner is locked for business processes. Consequently the
business partner cannot be assigned.

How to fix this error?

Select another business partner or release the present one.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBPBP032 - Business partner &1 has not been released ?

  The SAP error message REBPBP032 indicates that a business partner (BP) has not been released for use in the system. This typically occurs in scenarios where a business partner is created or modified but has not been approved or released for active use in transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Status: The business partner may be in a draft or inactive status, meaning it has not been fully approved or released.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the business partner.
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing, preventing the business partner from being released.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the business partner from being released.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Business Partner:
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP).
  Search for the business partner using the relevant identification (e.g., BP number).
  Check the status of the business partner. If it is in a draft state, you may need to release it by changing its status to "Active" or "Released."
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the business partner. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Review Data Completeness:
  
  Verify that all mandatory fields are completed. This includes address information, contact details, and any other required data specific to the business partner type.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to business partner management. There may be specific settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like BP to manage business partners and check their status.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), BP_MON (Business Partner Monitor), and BP_CHANGE (Change Business Partner).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to business partner management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on business partner management and the specific error message.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.