How To Fix RTP035 - Partner &1 is not a natural person.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTP - Message class for retirement plans (US enhancement)

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Partner &1 is not a natural person.

What causes this issue?

All business partners in this particular situation, should be natural
person rather then groups or organizations.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTP035 - Partner &1 is not a natural person. ?

  The SAP error message RTP035, which states "Partner &1 is not a natural person," typically occurs in the context of business partner management within SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is expecting a natural person (an individual) but has encountered a business partner that is classified as a legal entity (such as a company or organization).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Partner Type: The business partner in question is set up as a legal entity rather than a natural person. This can happen if the partner was created or maintained incorrectly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to recognize the partner as a natural person, or there may be inconsistencies in the partner data.
  Data Entry Errors: During data entry, the partner type may have been incorrectly selected or not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) and search for the partner number indicated in the error message.
  Verify the partner type. If it is set as a "Organization" or "Group," you will need to change it to "Natural Person" if applicable.
  
  
  
  Modify Partner Type:
  
  If the partner should indeed be a natural person, you can change the partner type in the Business Partner maintenance screen.
  Ensure that all required fields for a natural person are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Create a New Business Partner:
  
  If the existing partner cannot be modified (due to business rules or data integrity issues), consider creating a new business partner with the correct type as a natural person.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to business partner types in the SAP system. Ensure that the system is configured to handle natural persons correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any of these might be affecting the partner type validation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding business partner management to understand the distinctions between partner types and the implications of each.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify business partners in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.