How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL156 - Allocation cannot be created; business partner is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Allocation cannot be created; business partner is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL156 - Allocation cannot be created; business partner is blocked ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL156 Allocation cannot be created; business partner is blocked typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to create a transportation allocation for a business partner that has been marked as blocked in the system. This can prevent the allocation process from proceeding, as the system enforces business rules to ensure that only valid and active business partners are used in transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Business Partner: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner (BP) associated with the transportation allocation is marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The business partner has been flagged for review or is under investigation.
  The business partner has outstanding issues, such as unpaid invoices or compliance concerns.
  The business partner is no longer active or has been deactivated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce blocking of certain business partners based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Navigate to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., using transaction code BP).
  Search for the business partner in question and check its status.
  If the business partner is blocked, you will need to determine the reason for the block.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If the block is no longer valid, you can unblock the business partner by editing its status in the Business Partner transaction.
  Ensure that all necessary compliance checks and validations are completed before unblocking.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the business partner is blocked, consult with the finance, compliance, or procurement departments to understand the implications of unblocking the business partner.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the blocking is due to specific configuration settings, review those settings with your SAP configuration team to ensure they align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After unblocking the business partner, attempt to create the allocation again to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner has the appropriate roles assigned that are necessary for transportation management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners and /SCMTMS/ALLOCATION for managing allocations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing business partners and handling errors in SAP TM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.