How To Fix VN332 - Choose "Enter" or search the partner via "Communication"!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN - Nachrichtensteuerung

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Choose "Enter" or search the partner via "Communication"!

What causes this issue?

You requested possible entries for the partner field. As of Release
4.5C, partners can only be found with reference to a MESSAGE object.
This object must be created first.

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 correct values for the remaining fields, and choose <LB>Enter</>.
Afterwards, you can display possible entries for the partner. You can
also use "Communication" to apply the full OFFICE functionality to find
one or several partners.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VN332 - Choose "Enter" or search the partner via "Communication"! ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VN332 – Choose "Enter" or search the partner via "Communication"!
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when you are trying to enter or process a vendor master record or a related transaction, and the system expects you to either:
  
  Press the Enter key to confirm the input, or  
  Use the Communication tab or field to search for the partner/vendor.
  
  Typically, this message appears if the system requires you to confirm the data entry or to select a partner/vendor via the communication details (such as telephone, email, or other communication fields) but you have not done so.
  In other words, the system is prompting you to either confirm your input explicitly or to use the communication search function to find the correct partner/vendor.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During vendor master data maintenance (transaction XK01/XK02/XK03 or related transactions).  
  When entering partner functions in purchasing documents or vendor-related transactions.  
  When the system cannot uniquely identify the partner/vendor based on the input and requires further action.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Press Enter:
  
  After entering the partner/vendor data, press the Enter key to confirm the input. This allows the system to validate and accept the data.
  
  
  Use the Communication Search:
  
  If you are unsure about the partner/vendor or if the system cannot find a unique match, use the Communication tab or the search help (F4) on the communication fields (e.g., telephone number, email, fax) to search and select the correct partner/vendor.
  
  
  Check Input Data:
  
  Ensure that the data you entered is correct and complete. Missing or incorrect data in partner fields can cause the system to prompt this message.
  
  
  Check Partner Functions Configuration:
  
  If this happens frequently, verify the partner functions configuration in customizing (SPRO) to ensure that the partner determination procedure is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This message is a prompt to guide users to confirm their input or to use the system's search capabilities to avoid ambiguity in partner/vendor selection.  
  It helps maintain data integrity by ensuring that the correct partner/vendor is selected or created.  
  If you are automating vendor creation or partner assignment, make sure your program or interface handles the confirmation or search steps properly.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  VN332 – Choose "Enter" or search the partner via "Communication"!
  
  
  Cause
  System requires confirmation of input or partner search via communication fields.
  
  
  Solution
  Press Enter to confirm or use the communication search (F4) to find/select the partner.
  
  
  Related
  Vendor master data maintenance, partner functions, partner determination procedures.
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider checking SAP Notes or consulting your SAP support team for system-specific configurations or patches.