How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES255 - Select a valid business partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Select a valid business partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES255 - Select a valid business partner ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES255 Select a valid business partner typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a valid business partner (BP) but the selected or entered business partner is either invalid, not maintained, or not relevant for the specific transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Business Partner: The business partner ID entered does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Business Partner: The business partner may be inactive or not properly set up in the system.
  Missing Role Assignment: The business partner may not have the necessary roles assigned that are required for the transaction.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the business partner, such as missing information or incorrect settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified business partner.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Business Partner: Check if the business partner ID entered is correct. You can do this by navigating to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP and searching for the ID.
  Check Status: Ensure that the business partner is active and properly maintained. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Role Assignment: Verify that the business partner has the necessary roles assigned. For example, if the business partner is a customer or vendor, ensure that the relevant roles are assigned in the Business Partner master data.
  Data Maintenance: Review the business partner data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the business partner. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the business partner setup in the context of Transportation Management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like BP to manage business partners and SWI1 to check for workflow issues if applicable.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES255 Select a valid business partner.