How To Fix VP120 - Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VP - Vertriebsbelegpartner

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VP120 - Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message VP120 - Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR:
  
  Error Message
  VP120 - Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to assign or use a partner function in a sales document or business transaction, but the partner function is not defined or maintained in the SAP customizing table TPAR.
  
  TPAR is the standard SAP table that stores all valid partner functions for sales and distribution.
  If the partner function you are trying to use is missing in this table, SAP cannot recognize it, hence the error.
  This often happens if:
  
  The partner function was not configured in the system.
  The partner function was deleted or incorrectly maintained.
  You are using a custom partner function that was not properly set up.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the partner function is correctly maintained in the system:
  
  
  Check Partner Function in TPAR:
  
  Use transaction SE16 or SE16N to view table TPAR.
  Verify if the partner function code you are trying to use exists.
  
  
  
  Maintain Partner Functions:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Partner Determination ? Partner Functions ? Define Partner Functions.
  Check if the partner function is defined.
  If missing, create the partner function with the appropriate description and settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Partner Function to Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Ensure the partner function is assigned to the relevant partner determination procedure.
  This is done under Partner Determination Procedures in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing for Sales Document Types:
  
  Sometimes, the partner function must be assigned to specific sales document types or business transactions.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development or quality system, ensure that the partner function changes are transported to production.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  Partner Functions represent roles of business partners in sales documents, e.g., Sold-to party (AG), Ship-to party (WE), Bill-to party (RE), Payer (RG), etc.
  The table TPAR contains all valid partner functions and their descriptions.
  Partner functions are critical for partner determination and document processing in SD (Sales and Distribution).
  Incorrect or missing partner functions can cause issues in order processing, billing, and delivery.
  
  
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  Error
  VP120 - Partner function & does not exist in Table TPAR
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function not defined in table TPAR (missing in customizing)
  
  
  Solution
  Define/maintain the partner function in SPRO under Partner Functions and assign it properly
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Partner Determination ? Partner Functions
  
  
  Table
  TPAR (contains partner functions)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact customizing path or transaction codes, feel free to ask!