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 Credit Management tab for credit blocks.
  
  
  
  Partner Master Data:
  
  If the partner is a contact person or another partner type, check their master data for blocking indicators.
  
  
  Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Verify if the partner function is correctly assigned and not blocked in the partner determination procedure.
  
  
  Sales Document:
  
  Check if the partner function is correctly maintained and the partner is active.
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Unblock the Partner:
  
  If the partner is blocked unintentionally, remove the block in the master data.  
  
  Use transaction XD02 / VD02 to edit the customer master and remove the sales block or credit block.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Partner:
  
  If the partner is intentionally blocked, use an alternative partner who is active.
  
  
  Check Partner Determination:
  
  Ensure the partner function is correctly configured and the partner is valid for the sales area and document type.
  
  
  Credit Management:
  
  If the block is due to credit issues, resolve the credit block by reviewing credit limits or payment status.
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  XD02 / VD02 / FD02 — Change Customer Master  
  VD03 / XD03 — Display Customer Master  
  BP — Business Partner (for newer SAP systems)  
  VA01 / VA02 — Create/Change Sales Order (where the error might occur)
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:  
  
  Check SAP Notes related to partner blocking and partner determination.
  Review your organization's credit and sales block policies.
  
  
  
  Partner Functions:
  
  Partner functions are roles assigned to business partners in sales documents (e.g., Sold-to party, Ship-to party). Blocking a partner affects all transactions involving that partner function.
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where the error occurs, I can help with more specific troubleshooting steps.