How To Fix VPD070 - Deletion of Partner Function is not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VPD - Messages in SD Partner Processing

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Deletion of Partner Function is not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VPD070 - Deletion of Partner Function is not possible. ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message VPD070: "Deletion of Partner Function is not possible."
  
  Error Message:
  VPD070 - Deletion of Partner Function is not possible
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete a partner function from a partner determination procedure or configuration, but the system prevents the deletion because the partner function is still in use or assigned in one or more places. Common reasons include:
  
  The partner function is assigned to an existing partner determination procedure.
  The partner function is used in condition records or partner schemas.
  The partner function is referenced in customizing or master data.
  The partner function is assigned to a sales document type, customer master, or other business objects.
  
  SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in partner determination logic.
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  Partner determination procedure configuration (e.g., in SD, MM, or FI modules).
  Partner function assignment in sales documents or customer/vendor master data.
  Partner schema or condition technique customizing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error and successfully delete the partner function, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage of the Partner Function:
  
  Identify where the partner function is used.
  Use transaction codes or customizing paths to find references:
  
  SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Partner Determination ? Partner Functions
  Check partner determination procedures where the partner function is assigned.
  Check sales document types, customer master, vendor master, or condition records.
  
  
  
  
  
  Remove or Replace the Partner Function:
  
  Remove the partner function from all partner determination procedures or replace it with another partner function if needed.
  Delete or update any condition records or schemas that reference the partner function.
  Ensure no master data (customer/vendor) or sales documents are using the partner function.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Documents:
  
  Sometimes open sales or purchase documents referencing the partner function can block deletion.
  Close or update these documents accordingly.
  
  
  
  After Cleanup, Delete the Partner Function:
  
  Once all references are removed, try deleting the partner function again.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Use transaction VOPA (Partner Determination Procedures) to analyze partner functions and their assignments.
  Use transaction OVX5 to maintain partner functions.
  Use SAP standard reports or queries to find where partner functions are used.
  Always perform changes in a development or test system first and transport to production after validation.
  Backup customizing settings before deletion.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function is still assigned or used in partner determination procedures or master data.
  
  
  Effect
  System blocks deletion to prevent inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution
  Remove all references to the partner function in customizing, master data, and documents, then delete.
  
  
  Transactions
  VOPA, OVX5, SPRO (Partner Determination customizing)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying where the partner function is used, you can also check SAP notes or use debugging techniques to trace the references.
  
  If you want, I can guide you through specific steps in your SAP system or provide example paths for your module (SD, MM, FI). Just let me know!