How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR104 - Business partner &1 blocked for posting in company org. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Business partner &1 blocked for posting in company org. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR104 - Business partner &1 blocked for posting in company org. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR104 Business partner &1 blocked for posting in company org. &2 typically indicates that a specific business partner (BP) is blocked from posting transactions in a particular company code or organizational unit. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in SAP Transportation Management (TM) or related areas.
  Cause:
  
  
  Business Partner Blocked: The business partner (BP) identified by &1 is marked as blocked in the system for the company code or organizational unit &2. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The business partner is inactive or blocked for financial transactions.
  The business partner has been set to a status that prevents posting (e.g., "Blocked for Posting").
  There may be specific settings in the business partner master data that restrict its use in certain company codes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain business partners in specific organizational units.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner using the ID &1.
  Check the status of the business partner and ensure it is not blocked for posting in the relevant company code &2.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is blocked, you may need to change its status to allow posting. This can typically be done by:
  
  Editing the business partner details and removing the block.
  Ensuring that the business partner is active and has the necessary roles assigned.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the business partner is correctly assigned to the company code &2.
  Check if there are any specific settings or restrictions in the company code configuration that might be causing the block.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the status of the business partner, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for managing business partner data in your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or documentation related to this error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage business partner data.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit business partner data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on business partner management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and allow the business partner to be used for posting in the specified company code.