How To Fix RTP202 - Business partner &1 is dead on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Business partner &1 is dead on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTP202 - Business partner &1 is dead on &2 ?

  The SAP error message RTP202, which states "Business partner &1 is dead on &2," typically indicates that the specified business partner (BP) is marked as "dead" or inactive in the system on the given date. This can occur for various reasons, such as data maintenance activities, business partner deactivation, or other administrative actions.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner has been marked as inactive or "dead" in the system, which means it cannot be used for transactions.
  Data Maintenance: The business partner may have been deactivated during a data cleanup or maintenance process.
  Date-Specific Issue: The error may be related to a specific date where the business partner was marked as inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner using the ID provided in the error message.
  Check the status of the business partner to confirm if it is marked as inactive or dead.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner needs to be active, you can reactivate it by changing its status.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Data Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure why the business partner was marked as dead, consult with your data management or master data team to understand the context and any policies regarding business partner maintenance.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to perform is appropriate for the business partner's status. If the business partner is indeed supposed to be inactive, consider using a different active business partner for your transaction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the roles assigned to the business partner and how they affect its status.
  Audit Trail: Check the change logs or audit trails to see when and why the business partner was marked as dead.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.