How To Fix VN329 - Also enter partner function and transmission medium for possible entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Also enter partner function and transmission medium for possible entries

What causes this issue?

The partner to be determined depends on transmission medium and partner
function. Possible entries cannot be displayed without these entries.

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?

Enter transmission medium and partner function.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN329 - Also enter partner function and transmission medium for possible entries ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VN329 – "Also enter partner function and transmission medium for possible entries"
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you are trying to enter or maintain vendor master data (usually in transaction XK01/XK02/XK03 or related transactions), specifically in the Partner Functions tab or section, and the system requires you to specify both the Partner Function and the Transmission Medium fields to proceed.
  
  The Partner Function identifies the role of the partner (e.g., ordering address, invoicing party, contact person).
  The Transmission Medium specifies how the communication or document is transmitted to the partner (e.g., EDI, print, email, fax).
  
  If either of these fields is missing or incomplete when the system expects them, the error VN329 is triggered.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  While maintaining vendor master partner functions.
  When setting up or editing partner data for a vendor.
  When the system is configured to require partner function and transmission medium for certain partner entries.
  During document processing or partner determination where partner function and transmission medium are mandatory.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Partner Function:
  
  Go to the partner functions tab or section.
  Specify the correct partner function code (e.g., LF - Vendor, WE - Goods Recipient, RE - Invoice Recipient).
  
  
  
  Enter the Transmission Medium:
  
  Specify the transmission medium for the partner function.
  Common transmission media include:
  
  1 = Print output
  2 = EDI
  3 = Email
  4 = Fax
  (Values depend on your system configuration)
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure which partner function or transmission medium to use, check the customizing settings in:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics - General ? Business Partner ? Partner Functions
  SPRO ? Logistics - General ? Output Control ? Transmission Mediums
  
  
  Ensure that the partner function and transmission medium are properly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor Master Data:
  
  Use transaction XK03 to display vendor master data.
  Navigate to the partner functions tab and verify entries.
  Correct or add missing partner function and transmission medium.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  Sometimes, custom validations or user exits enforce mandatory partner function and transmission medium.
  Review any custom code or validations that might require these fields.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is part of the standard SAP validation to ensure that partner data is complete and communication methods are defined.
  Proper partner function and transmission medium setup is crucial for automated document processing, output determination, and communication with vendors.
  If you frequently encounter this error, consider training users on the importance of these fields or adjusting system settings to better fit your business process.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  VN329 – "Also enter partner function and transmission medium for possible entries"
  
  
  Cause
  Missing partner function or transmission medium in vendor master partner data
  
  
  Solution
  Enter both partner function and transmission medium in the vendor master data
  
  
  Where to Check
  Vendor master (XK01/XK02), SPRO customizing for partner functions and transmission media
  
  
  Related Transactions
  XK01, XK02, XK03, SPRO (customizing)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific partner function codes or transmission medium values, please let me know!