How To Fix VPD032 - Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPD - Messages in SD Partner Processing

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online

What causes this issue?

Partners in the specified partner function cannot be processed online.
The program generates them and completes the data automatically.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPD032 - Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online ?

  The SAP error message:
  VPD032: Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to process or change partner functions online in a sales document or business transaction, but the partner function specified (represented by &1) is not allowed or cannot be processed in the current online mode.
  In SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), partner functions define roles of business partners in a sales document (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, bill-to party). Some partner functions are maintained or updated only via batch processing or specific transactions, and not allowed to be changed directly online in certain documents or processes.
  Common causes include:
  
  The partner function is configured as "not allowed for online processing" in the partner determination procedure.
  The partner function is relevant only for batch or background processing.
  The partner function is not assigned or maintained properly in the partner determination procedure.
  Attempting to add or change a partner function in a document type or process where it is not supported.
  
  
  Solution / How to fix:
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to transaction VOPA (Partner Determination Procedures).
  Select the relevant partner determination procedure for the sales document type.
  Check the partner functions and their settings.
  Verify if the partner function &1 is set to be processed online or only in batch.
  If the partner function should be processed online, adjust the settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Function Settings:
  
  In the partner determination procedure, ensure the partner function is allowed for online processing.
  If the partner function is not required online, avoid adding or changing it in online transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing for Partner Functions:
  
  Use transaction SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Partner Determination ? Set Up Partner Determination Procedures.
  Verify the partner function configuration and its usage.
  
  
  
  Review the Business Process:
  
  Confirm if the business process or document type supports the partner function.
  If the partner function is mandatory, ensure it is maintained correctly in the master data or batch jobs.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  Sometimes custom code restricts partner functions in online processing.
  Review any user exits or BAdIs related to partner determination for additional restrictions.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  The error message text is usually:
  
  "Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online"
  
  
  The placeholder &1 will be replaced by the partner function code, e.g., "AG" (Sold-to party), "WE" (Goods recipient), etc.
  
  
  This message is triggered during partner determination or partner update in sales documents like sales orders, deliveries, billing documents.
  
  
  Partner functions are critical for document processing, pricing, shipping, billing, and communication.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VPD032 Partners from function &1 cannot be processed online
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function &1 is not allowed for online processing in the current context
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust partner determination procedure to allow online processing or avoid online changes
  
  
  Transactions
  VOPA (Partner Determination), SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  Notes
  Check partner function configuration, business process requirements, and custom code
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the specific partner function code (&1) or the transaction/document type you are working with, I can help you with more targeted advice.