How To Fix /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD103 - Business partner &1 not allowed for document role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Business partner &1 not allowed for document role &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD103 - Business partner &1 not allowed for document role &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/DELIVERY_MD103 indicates that there is an issue with the business partner (BP) assigned to a specific document role in the context of the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error typically arises when the business partner is not authorized or not configured correctly for the role that is being used in the delivery document.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may not be set up correctly for the specific document role. Each business partner can have different roles assigned, and if the required role is missing, this error will occur.
  Role Assignment: The business partner may not be assigned to the document role that is required for the delivery process. For example, if the document role is for a supplier, the business partner must be configured as a supplier.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the business partner and the delivery document, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the business partner in the specified role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Verify that the business partner in question has the correct roles assigned. You can do this by checking the "Roles" tab in the business partner master data.
  If the required role is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Review Document Role Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the document role being used in the delivery is correctly configured to accept the business partner.
  Check the configuration settings in the EWM customizing (transaction SPRO) to ensure that the document roles are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Verify that all required fields for the business partner and the delivery document are filled out correctly.
  Check for any missing or incorrect data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the business partner in the specified role.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to review and adjust the user’s authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the delivery process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for EWM and Business Partner management for detailed information on roles and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.