How To Fix VN322 - No partner type found for partner function &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 322

• Message text: No partner type found for partner function &

What causes this issue?

Partner function &v1& is not assigned to any partner type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain definition of partner functions for your application in
Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN322 - No partner type found for partner function & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VN322 - No partner type found for partner function &:
  
  Error Message
  VN322: No partner type found for partner function &
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the system tries to assign or process a partner function in a purchasing document (such as a Purchase Order, Contract, or Scheduling Agreement), but it cannot find a corresponding partner type defined for that partner function in the system.
  In SAP, partner functions (e.g., ordering address, invoicing party) must be linked to a partner type (e.g., Vendor, Person, Organization). If this link is missing or incorrectly configured, the system cannot determine how to handle the partner function, resulting in this error.
  
  Where it Happens
  
  During creation or change of purchasing documents (PO, contracts, etc.)
  When partner functions are assigned or validated
  In partner determination procedures for purchasing documents
  
  
  Typical Reasons
  
  Missing or incomplete partner determination configuration for purchasing documents.
  Partner function assigned in the document that is not maintained in the partner determination procedure.
  Partner type not assigned to the partner function in the partner determination procedure.
  Custom partner functions introduced but not properly configured.
  Inconsistent or incomplete master data for partners.
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Partner Determination ? Set Up Partner Determination.
  Identify the partner determination procedure assigned to the purchasing document type.
  Verify that the partner function mentioned in the error message is assigned to a partner type in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Type to Partner Function:
  
  In the partner determination procedure, ensure that the partner function has a valid partner type assigned.
  Partner types are usually:
  
  VN = Vendor
  BP = Business Partner
  KU = Customer
  AG = Agent
  etc.
  
  
  If the partner function is custom, assign the correct partner type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Functions:
  
  Check if the partner function used is standard or custom.
  If custom, ensure it is properly created and assigned in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the partner master data exists and is consistent.
  Ensure the partner assigned to the function exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After corrections, try to create or change the purchasing document again.
  The error should no longer appear if the partner function and partner type are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Partner Determination in MM Purchasing is crucial for document processing and workflow.
  Partner functions define roles like ordering address, invoicing party, goods supplier, etc.
  Partner types define the category of the partner (vendor, customer, etc.).
  The error message uses & as a placeholder for the partner function code causing the issue.
  Use transaction ME21N or ME22N to test document creation/change after fixing.
  
  
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  Error
  VN322 - No partner type found for partner function &
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function exists but no partner type assigned in partner determination procedure.
  
  
  Solution
  Assign correct partner type to partner function in partner determination procedure.
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO (Partner Determination setup), ME21N/ME22N (test document)
  
  
  Related Notes
  Check SAP OSS notes if issue persists, especially for custom partner functions.
  
  
  
  
  If you need, I can also guide you step-by-step on how to check and fix the partner determination procedure in your SAP system.