How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC003 - Partner role type &1 is not valid for location &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Partner role type &1 is not valid for location &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC003 - Partner role type &1 is not valid for location &2. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC003 Partner role type &1 is not valid for location &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the partner role configuration for a specific location in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Partner Role: The partner role type specified (represented by &1) is not defined or not valid for the location (represented by &2) in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data settings for the location or the partner roles.
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the system may be inconsistent, possibly due to changes in configuration or data migration issues.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for partner roles in the APO system.
  Ensure that the partner role type you are trying to use is correctly defined and assigned to the location in question.
  
  
  
  Verify Location Master Data:
  
  Use transaction APO Location to check the master data for the location &2.
  Ensure that the partner roles assigned to this location are valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings for the partner roles in the relevant areas of the system (e.g., logistics, supply chain).
  Make sure that the partner role type is included in the allowed roles for the specific location type.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any discrepancies in the master data that may be causing the issue.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to partner roles and location management in APO for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), APO Location, and others that may be useful for checking configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on partner roles and location management in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC003.