How To Fix VC604 - Partner function & is not defined for use in EDI

VC604 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Partner function & is not defined for use in EDI

What causes this issue?

The <GL:partner_function>partner function</> is not defined for
<GL:EDI>EDI</> as it is not stored in the relevant control table.

How to fix this error?

Add the missing entry to the EDI partner functions.
INCLUDE 'NA_CUST_MAINTAIN_3' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC604 - Partner function & is not defined for use in EDI ?

  The SAP error message VC604 indicates that a specific partner function is not defined for use in Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process an EDI message, but the partner function required for that message is not properly configured in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Partner Function Configuration: The partner function that is being referenced in the EDI message is not defined in the system for the relevant business partner or customer/vendor master data.
  Incorrect Partner Profile: The partner profile for the EDI communication may not include the necessary partner function.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data setup for the partner functions in the EDI configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VC604 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code WE20 (Partner Profiles).
  Select the relevant partner type (e.g., Customer, Vendor) and check the partner profile settings.
  Ensure that the partner function in question is defined