How To Fix /SCMTMS/IDM009 - BP &1 of user &2 does not have BP role "Internet User" (BUP005)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/IDM -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: BP &1 of user &2 does not have BP role "Internet User" (BUP005)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM009 - BP &1 of user &2 does not have BP role "Internet User" (BUP005) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM009 BP &1 of user &2 does not have BP role "Internet User" (BUP005) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to perform an action that requires a specific Business Partner (BP) role, in this case, the "Internet User" role.
  Cause:
  
  Missing BP Role: The Business Partner (BP) associated with the user does not have the required role "Internet User" assigned to it. This role is necessary for certain functionalities, especially those related to external access or web-based transactions.
  User Configuration: The user may not be properly configured in the system, or the link between the user and the Business Partner may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the user from accessing the required BP roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign the "Internet User" Role:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner).
  Search for the Business Partner (BP) associated with the user (using the BP number &1).
  Open the Business Partner and navigate to the "Roles" tab.
  Check if the "Internet User" role is assigned. If not, add the role and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check User Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the user is correctly linked to the Business Partner. You can check this in the user management area (transaction code SU01).
  Verify that the user has the correct authorizations to access the Business Partner roles.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action they are trying to execute. This may involve checking the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, Business Partners can have multiple roles assigned to them, which define their capabilities and access rights. The "Internet User" role is typically used for users who need to access the system via web interfaces.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  BP: Business Partner maintenance.
  SU01: User maintenance.
  PFCG: Role maintenance.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the user has the necessary access to perform their tasks in SAP TM.