How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT079 - Related BP &1 already linked with a different user. (See longtext)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Related BP &1 already linked with a different user. (See longtext)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT079 - Related BP &1 already linked with a different user. (See longtext) ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT079 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) assignment in the system. Specifically, it means that the Business Partner you are trying to link to an employee is already associated with a different user. This can occur in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or link the same Business Partner to their respective employee records.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Linkage: The Business Partner (BP) is already linked to another user or employee in the system.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces data integrity rules to prevent multiple users from being assigned the same BP, which could lead to inconsistencies.
  User Role Conflicts: The user attempting to link the BP may not have the necessary authorizations or roles to perform this action.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SE16N to check the existing assignments of the Business Partner in question. Identify which user or employee is currently linked to the BP.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Business Partner:
  
  If the BP needs to be reassigned, you may need to unlink it from the current user/employee first. This can typically be done by an administrator or a user with the appropriate permissions.
  After unlinking, you can then proceed to link the BP to the desired employee.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, contact your SAP administrator or support team for assistance. They can help resolve the linkage issue.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the appropriate roles and authorizations to link Business Partners to employees.
  
  
  
  Long Text Information:
  
  Check the long text of the error message for additional details or specific instructions related to your SAP system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner management, PA30 for employee master data, and SE16N for data table viewing.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Business Partner management and employee data integration for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully link the Business Partner to the desired employee.