How To Fix VN083 - Do not enter a partner function in partner-independent output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Do not enter a partner function in partner-independent output

What causes this issue?

You have set a default for the partner function in partner-independent
output type.

System Response

This setting is inconsistent.

How to fix this error?

You should only insert a default value for partner functions in
partner-dependent output types.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN083 - Do not enter a partner function in partner-independent output ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VN083 - "Do not enter a partner function in partner-independent output":
  
  Error Message: VN083
  Text:
  
  Do not enter a partner function in partner-independent output
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to enter a partner function in an output type that is defined as partner-independent in SAP. 
  
  Partner-independent output means the output is generated without reference to any business partner (such as customer, vendor, or contact person).
  If you enter a partner function (like sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.) in such an output, the system throws this error because the output is not designed to handle partner-specific data.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  In SAP, output types can be configured as either partner-dependent or partner-independent.
  Partner-dependent outputs require a partner function to determine the recipient or the context of the output.
  Partner-independent outputs are generic and do not rely on partner data.
  Entering a partner function in a partner-independent output contradicts the configuration and leads to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction NACE (or the relevant output configuration transaction).
  Select the application area (e.g., V1 for purchasing documents).
  Check the output type in question.
  Verify if the output type is set as partner-independent.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Entry:
  
  If the output type is partner-independent, do not enter any partner function when creating or processing the output.
  Remove any partner function entries from the output determination or output processing screen.
  
  
  
  Change Output Type (if needed):
  
  If the business process requires partner-specific output, consider using or creating a partner-dependent output type.
  Configure the output type accordingly to accept partner functions.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or User Exits:
  
  If the error occurs during custom processing or user exits, check if partner functions are being incorrectly assigned to partner-independent outputs.
  Correct the logic to avoid assigning partner functions in such cases.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Where it occurs:
  
  Typically during output determination in purchasing documents (POs), sales documents, or other business documents where outputs (like printouts, emails, EDI messages) are generated.
  
  
  Related Transactions:  
  
  NACE - Output determination configuration  
  ME22N / ME23N - Purchase order processing  
  VA02 / VA03 - Sales order processing
  
  
  
  Related Notes / SAP Help:  
  
  SAP documentation on output determination and partner functions  
  SAP Notes related to output errors in purchasing or sales modules
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function entered in partner-independent output type.
  
  
  Effect
  System throws error VN083 and prevents output processing.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove partner function entry or use a partner-dependent output type.
  
  
  Check
  Output type configuration in NACE or relevant customizing.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps in your SAP system or further troubleshooting, feel free to ask!