How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL067 - Business Partner role FLVN00 (FI Vendor) is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Business Partner role FLVN00 (FI Vendor) is missing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL067 - Business Partner role FLVN00 (FI Vendor) is missing. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL067 indicates that the Business Partner role FLVN00 (which is associated with FI Vendor) is missing for a specific employee or business partner in the system. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system expects a business partner to have a specific role assigned, but it is not found.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The Business Partner (BP) for the employee does not have the FI Vendor role (FLVN00) assigned.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the employee is expected to be linked to a vendor but is not properly configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for Business Partner roles may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Search for the relevant Business Partner associated with the employee.
  Check the roles assigned to the Business Partner. If the FLVN00 role is missing, you need to add it.
  
  
  
  Assign the Missing Role:
  
  If the role is missing, you can assign it by editing the Business Partner:
  
  Select the Business Partner.
  Go to the "Roles" tab.
  Add the FLVN00 role and fill in the necessary details.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Data:
  
  Ensure that the employee data is correctly linked to the Business Partner.
  Check if the employee is set up as a vendor in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you have made changes, ensure that the data is synchronized across the relevant modules (e.g., HR and FI).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Business Partner roles and their configuration for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: In SAP, Business Partners can have multiple roles assigned to them, such as customer, vendor, or employee. Each role has specific data requirements and functionalities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner maintenance, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for development work if needed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Business Partner roles and the specific error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.