How To Fix VPD060 - Deletion of Partner Function &1 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPD - Messages in SD Partner Processing

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Deletion of Partner Function &1 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPD060 - Deletion of Partner Function &1 is not possible ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message VPD060: "Deletion of Partner Function &1 is not possible":
  
  Error Message:
  VPD060
  
  Text: Deletion of Partner Function &1 is not possible
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete a partner function from a partner determination procedure or from the partner function configuration, but the system prevents the deletion because:
  
  The partner function is currently assigned to one or more partner determination procedures.
  The partner function is in use in existing master data or transactional data.
  The partner function is mandatory or required by the system for certain business processes.
  There are dependencies or references to this partner function in customizing or application data.
  
  In other words, the system safeguards against deleting partner functions that are still linked or required, to avoid inconsistencies or data integrity issues.
  
  Where does this happen?
  
  In SPRO under Partner Determination Procedures (e.g., in Sales and Distribution, Customer/Vendor Master, or other modules where partner functions are used).
  When trying to delete a partner function from the customizing transaction (e.g., VOPA, VOPA_C, or similar).
  When deleting partner functions in master data or partner determination procedures.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage of the Partner Function:
  
  Identify where the partner function is used.
  Use transaction codes like:
  
  VOPA (Partner Functions)
  VOPA_C (Partner Determination Procedures)
  OVX5 (Partner Functions in Sales)
  
  
  Check if the partner function is assigned to any partner determination procedure.
  Check if the partner function is used in any master data (e.g., customer master, vendor master) or transactional data.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  Remove the partner function from all partner determination procedures where it is assigned.
  Remove or change the partner function in master data or transactional data if possible.
  Ensure the partner function is not mandatory or required by the system.
  
  
  
  Delete the Partner Function:
  
  After all dependencies are removed, try deleting the partner function again.
  
  
  
  If Partner Function is Mandatory:
  
  Some partner functions are mandatory for business processes and cannot be deleted.
  In such cases, consider deactivating or replacing the partner function rather than deleting it.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  Always backup your customizing settings before making changes.
  Deleting partner functions can have significant impact on business processes, so perform changes in a development or test system first.
  Consult with functional consultants or business users to ensure the partner function is no longer needed.
  If you are unsure where the partner function is used, you can use where-used lists or custom reports to find references.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function is still assigned or used in partner determination procedures or data.
  
  
  Effect
  System prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove all assignments and dependencies before deleting the partner function.
  
  
  Transactions
  VOPA, VOPA_C, OVX5
  
  
  Precautions
  Backup customizing, test in non-production, consult business users.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or transactions, feel free to ask!