How To Fix RETMFI008 - &1: business partner &2 is not customer or vendor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETMFI - Messages for Posting Terms

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1: business partner &2 is not customer or vendor

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETMFI008 - &1: business partner &2 is not customer or vendor ?

  The SAP error message RETMFI008 indicates that the business partner you are trying to use is neither a customer nor a vendor. This error typically arises in scenarios where a business partner is expected to have a specific role (either as a customer or vendor) but does not have the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Role: The business partner in question does not have the required role assigned. In SAP, business partners can have multiple roles, and if the role of customer or vendor is not assigned, this error will occur.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the business partner being created but not properly configured as a customer or vendor.
  Incorrect Business Partner: The business partner ID being referenced may be incorrect or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Enter the business partner ID that is causing the error.
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner. Ensure that the roles for customer (e.g., FLCU00) or vendor (e.g., FLVN00) are assigned as needed.
  
  
  
  Assign Missing Roles:
  
  If the required role is missing, you can assign it by editing the business partner and adding the appropriate role.
  Make sure to fill in all necessary data for the role you are assigning.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Ensure that the business partner data is complete and consistent. Check for any missing mandatory fields that might prevent the business partner from being recognized as a customer or vendor.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are using a specific configuration for business partners, ensure that it is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the roles or how to assign them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON: Business Partner Monitor
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit business partner data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RETMFI008 error and ensure that the business partner is correctly configured as either a customer or vendor in your SAP system.