How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC012 - Partner Role type &1 already exists for &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Partner Role type &1 already exists for &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC012 - Partner Role type &1 already exists for &2. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_MDC012 Partner Role type &1 already exists for &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to create or modify a partner function (or role) for a business partner that already has that specific role assigned.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the partner role type you are trying to assign (denoted by &1) is already associated with the business partner (denoted by &2). This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries in the partner role assignment.
  An attempt to reassign a role that is already assigned to the same partner.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Partner Roles:
  
  Navigate to the business partner in question and check the existing partner roles assigned to it. You can do this using transaction code BP (Business Partner) in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the partner role type &1 and confirm that it is indeed already assigned.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Existing Role:
  
  If the role is already assigned and you need to change it, you may need to remove the existing assignment before adding a new one.
  If you need to keep the existing role but want to add another role, ensure that you are not trying to assign the same role type again.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Role Type:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct role type for the business partner. If you are trying to assign a different role, make sure it is not conflicting with existing roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more details on partner roles and their management in the context of your specific version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has customizations or enhancements in place, check if there are any specific rules or validations that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners and APO transactions for planning and optimization.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on partner roles and their configuration in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.