How To Fix VR540 - Partner type &1 for partner function &2 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 540

• Message text: Partner type &1 for partner function &2 is not supported

What causes this issue?

You can only select according to partner functions that are supported
in SD.
The specified partner function &2 has assigned partner type &1 but this
is not supported.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you specified a supported partner type (CU, LI, PE, AP)
when you defined the partner function (table TPAR).

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR540 - Partner type &1 for partner function &2 is not supported ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VR540 Partner type &1 for partner function &2 is not supported
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign a partner function to a partner type that is not allowed or supported in the current business context or configuration. In SAP, partner functions (like sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.) are linked to specific partner types (such as Customer, Vendor, Employee, Contact Person). If the system configuration does not allow a particular partner function to be assigned to the specified partner type, this error is triggered.
  For example, if you try to assign a partner function that is only valid for a Customer partner type to a Vendor partner type, the system will throw this error.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  During sales order creation or partner assignment.
  When maintaining partner functions in customer master or vendor master.
  In partner determination procedures where partner functions and partner types are linked.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function and Partner Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ?
  
  Sales and Distribution ?
  
  Basic Functions ?
  
  Partner Determination ?
  
  Set Up Partner Determination ?
  
  Partner Functions  
  Verify that the partner function you are trying to assign is allowed for the partner type in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the partner determination procedure assigned to the document type or master data.
  Ensure that the partner function is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate partner type.
  
  
  
  Correct Partner Assignment:
  
  When entering partner data, ensure that the partner type matches the allowed partner function.
  For example, if the partner function is "Sold-to party," the partner type should be "Customer."
  
  
  
  Master Data Check:
  
  Verify the master data of the partner (customer/vendor) to ensure it is correctly maintained and consistent with the partner function requirements.
  
  
  
  Customizing:
  
  If a custom partner function or partner type is used, ensure that it is properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Partner Types in SAP:  
  
  KU = Customer  
  LI = Vendor  
  EM = Employee  
  CP = Contact Person  
  
  
  
  Partner Functions:
  
  Examples include AG (Sold-to party), WE (Ship-to party), RG (Payer), RE (Bill-to party), etc.
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  VD01/VD02/VD03 - Customer Master  
  XK01/XK02/XK03 - Vendor Master  
  VA01 - Create Sales Order  
  SPRO - Customizing
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to partner determination and partner function errors for specific patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error VR540 indicates a mismatch between partner type and partner function. Correct the partner function assignment or adjust the configuration to ensure compatibility between partner types and partner functions.
  
  If you provide the exact partner type and partner function codes (&1 and &2), I can help you with more specific guidance.