How To Fix T0806 - There is no fax number for business partner &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 806

• Message text: There is no fax number for business partner &1

What causes this issue?

The fax number of the correspondence recipient is not in the business
partner data. Enter the recipient data prior to sending the fax.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0806 - There is no fax number for business partner &1 ?

  The SAP error message T0806, which states "There is no fax number for business partner &1," typically occurs when a business partner (BP) is being processed in a transaction that requires a fax number, but the system cannot find a fax number associated with that business partner.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fax Number: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner does not have a fax number recorded in the system.
  Incorrect Business Partner: The business partner ID (&1) referenced in the error may be incorrect or not properly set up.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the fax number from being retrieved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the T0806 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) in SAP.
  Enter the business partner ID that is causing the error.
  Check the details of the business partner to see if a fax number is entered in the relevant section (usually under the "Address" or "Communication" tab).
  
  
  
  Add or Update Fax Number:
  
  If the fax number is missing, you can add it directly in the business partner master data.
  If it is incorrect, update it with the correct fax number.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Partner Role:
  
  Ensure that the business partner has the correct roles assigned that may require a fax number. Different roles may have different requirements for communication data.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to business partners and communication methods in the SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or technical team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for managing business partners and SE11 for data dictionary if you need to check the underlying database tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for T0806 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation regarding business partner management and communication data to understand the requirements and best practices.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.