How To Fix VP179 - Partner &1 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VP - Vertriebsbelegpartner

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Partner &1 is blocked

What causes this issue?

You want to create or change data for partner &V1&. The data related to
partner &V1& may include personal data and is blocked.

System Response

The system does not display any data related to partner &V1& to protect
personal data. You cannot create or change data for this customer.

How to fix this error?

If you are sure that you want to create or change data for this partner,
use transaction BUP_REQ_UNBLK to request unblocking.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VP179 - Partner &1 is blocked ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message VP179 Partner &1 is blocked:
  
  SAP Error Message: VP179 Partner &1 is blocked
  Message Text:
  Partner &1 is blocked
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when you try to create or process a partner function in a sales document or business transaction, but the partner (customer, vendor, or contact person) is flagged as blocked in the system. The block can be due to various reasons such as credit hold, sales block, or general blocking at the master data level.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The customer or partner master record is blocked for sales or distribution.
  The partner is blocked due to credit issues.
  The partner is flagged as inactive or deleted.
  The partner is blocked in the partner determination procedure.
  
  
  Where to Check
  
  
  Customer Master Data (XD02 / VD02 / FD02):
  Check if the customer is blocked for sales or distribution.  
  
  Go to the Sales Area Data tab and check the "Sales Block" indicator.
  Check the