How To Fix /SCDL/DL_CONF011 - Partner role &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/DL_CONF -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Partner role &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF011 - Partner role &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/DL_CONF011 Partner role &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the partner roles defined in the system. This error indicates that the specified partner role is not recognized or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Partner Role: The partner role specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the partner profiles or the master data related to the business partners.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the partner role definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the partner roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Role Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and verify that the partner role specified in the error message is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the partner role is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for partner roles in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the partner role is assigned to the correct business partner type and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., BUT000, BUT020) for the existence and correctness of the partner role.
  Look for any missing or inconsistent entries that may need to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the partner roles. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to partner roles in SCM/APO for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  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: BP, SPRO, SE16, SE11, SU53
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on partner roles and their configuration in SCM/APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCDL/DL_CONF011 Partner role &1 is not valid.