How To Fix VPD050 - Partner function &1 cannot be entered manually

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPD - Messages in SD Partner Processing

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Partner function &1 cannot be entered manually

What causes this issue?

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

There is a distinct relationship between partner function &V1& and
returns data. The system determines this partner function automatically
based on entered returns data.
You specify the partner functions for the
<DS:DE.MSR_3RD_PARTY_SUPPLIER>supplier</> and the corresponding
return-to
<DS:DE.MSR_3RD_PARTY_RETURN_TO>customer</> in Customizing for Advanced
Returns Management in the client level settings.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPD050 - Partner function &1 cannot be entered manually ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VPD050 - Partner function &1 cannot be entered manually
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to manually enter a partner function in a sales document or business transaction that is configured to have that partner function assigned automatically by the system. Certain partner functions are set up in the system to be system-determined and cannot be manually added or changed by the user.
  In other words, the partner function you are trying to enter is controlled by the system (e.g., automatically assigned based on the sales area, customer master data, or other configuration) and is not allowed to be manually input.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Partner functions in SAP define roles of business partners in sales documents (e.g., Sold-to party, Ship-to party, Payer, Bill-to party).
  Some partner functions are mandatory and system-controlled.
  The system prevents manual entry of these partner functions to maintain data consistency and avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ?
  
  Sales and Distribution ?
  
  Basic Functions ?
  
  Partner Determination ?
  
  Set Up Partner Determination ?
  
  Partner Determination Procedures.
  Identify the partner determination procedure assigned to your sales document type.
  Check the partner functions assigned to the procedure.
  Verify if the partner function in question is set as "System Determined" or "Manual Entry Allowed".
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Function Settings (if business process allows):
  
  If you want to allow manual entry, you can change the partner function setting to allow manual input.
  However, this should be done carefully and only if it aligns with your business process.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Partner Function:
  
  If the partner function is system-controlled, do not try to enter it manually.
  Instead, enter the appropriate partner function that is allowed for manual input.
  Let the system assign the system-controlled partner functions automatically.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure Assignment:
  
  Sometimes, the partner determination procedure assigned to the sales document type or customer master data controls which partner functions are allowed.
  Ensure the correct procedure is assigned.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This error is common in sales order processing (transaction VA01/VA02) or billing documents.
  Partner functions like "Sold-to party" (AG), "Ship-to party" (WE), "Payer" (RE), and "Bill-to party" (RG) often have specific rules.
  The system uses partner determination procedures to automate partner assignment.
  Manual entry is typically allowed only for partner functions that are not system-controlled or mandatory.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  VPD050 - Partner function &1 cannot be entered manually
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function is configured as system-determined and cannot be manually entered
  
  
  Solution
  Check and adjust partner determination procedure settings or avoid manual entry
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO (Partner Determination), VA01/VA02 (Sales Order), VD01/VD02 (Customer Master)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the partner determination procedure or adjusting settings, please provide the sales document type or business context for more specific guidance.