How To Fix VL865 - Partner role &1 not supported

VL865 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 865

• Message text: Partner role &1 not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL865 - Partner role &1 not supported ?

  The SAP error message VL865, which states "Partner role &1 not supported," typically occurs in the context of logistics and sales processes when there is an issue with the partner functions defined in the system. This error indicates that the specific partner role (represented by &1) is not configured or supported for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Partner Role Configuration: The partner role that is being referenced in the transaction is not defined in the system for the relevant document type (e.g., sales order, delivery).
  Incorrect Partner Function Assignment: The partner function may not be correctly assigned to the business partner or customer master data.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may not support specific partner roles, leading to this error.
  Customizations or Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements in the system may have inadvertently affected the partner role configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Partner Role Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP