How To Fix RPM_UTILITIES081 - PERNO &1 is linked to a different BUPA than &2; operation not possible

RPM_UTILITIES081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPM_UTILITIES - Messages for Tools and Utilities

• Message number: 081

• Message text: PERNO &1 is linked to a different BUPA than &2; operation not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES081 - PERNO &1 is linked to a different BUPA than &2; operation not possible ?

  The SAP error message RPM_UTILITIES081 indicates that there is a mismatch in the business partner (BUPA) assignments for a particular personnel number (PERNO). Specifically, it means that the personnel number you are trying to work with is linked to a different business partner than the one you are currently trying to associate it with. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the business partner for a personnel record or when performing operations that require a specific business partner association.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Business Partner Assignment: The personnel number (PERNO) is already linked to a different business partner (BUPA) than the one you are trying to use.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  Incorrect Transaction: The operation you are trying to perform may not be valid for the current business partner assignment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Assignment:
  
  Check the current business