How To Fix VN042 - You cannot enter a partner number for output &

VN042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 042

• Message text: You cannot enter a partner number for output &

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VN042 - Details

• SAP Error Message:
  VN042 - You cannot enter a partner number for output &
  
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to enter a partner number in the output partner function field in a purchasing document (like a Purchase Order or Contract), but the system does not allow it because the partner function is not configured to accept partner numbers for output.
  In SAP, partner functions are defined in customizing, and for output determination, certain partner functions may be set up to either allow or disallow partner numbers. If the partner function you are trying to assign a partner number to is not configured to accept partner numbers for output, the system throws this error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The partner function you are trying to assign a partner number to is not set up as an output partner function.
  Output partner functions are those that are relevant for output determination (e.g., sending purchase orders to vendors, notifying partners).
  If the