How To Fix VHURL137 - Output partner incomplete. Maintenance of partner names not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Output partner incomplete. Maintenance of partner names not possible.

What causes this issue?

You want to branch to display or maintenance of external partner
relationships. Message partner data is required for this. However, the
message partner data has been enterd in full.

System Response

The system does not branch to display or maintenance of partner names.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL137 - Output partner incomplete. Maintenance of partner names not possible. ?

  The SAP error message VHURL137 indicates that there is an issue with the output partner configuration in the system. Specifically, it means that the output partner is incomplete, which prevents the maintenance of partner names. This error typically arises in the context of output determination for documents such as sales orders, delivery notes, or invoices.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Partner Profile: The output partner profile may not be fully defined. This can happen if required fields are missing or if the partner type is not correctly set up.
  Missing Configuration: The output type or the partner function may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the partner (e.g., customer or vendor master records).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain partner names.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Profile:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., NACE for output types) and check the configuration for the output type in question.
  Ensure that all required fields for the output partner are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination:
  
  Verify the output determination procedure to ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the document type.
  Check if the partner function is correctly defined and linked to the output type.
  
  
  
  Master Data Verification:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant partner (customer or vendor) to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  Ensure that the partner is active and has the correct partner functions assigned.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain output partners. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the output partner configuration and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Output Types Configuration
  VOTXN - Output Determination for Sales Documents
  
  
  Partner Functions: Understand the different partner functions (e.g., Sold-to Party, Ship-to Party) and their roles in output determination.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the output determination process and identify where the configuration might be failing.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.