How To Fix VVSCCPOSITION005 - Choose either a business partner or a document number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VVSCCPOSITION -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Choose either a business partner or a document number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VVSCCPOSITION005 - Choose either a business partner or a document number ?

  The SAP error message VVSCCPOSITION005 indicates that the system requires you to specify either a business partner or a document number when trying to perform a certain action, typically related to the management of business transactions or documents in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs in scenarios where the system expects one of the two identifiers (business partner or document number) to be provided, but neither has been entered. This can happen in various transactions, such as when processing sales orders, invoices, or other documents that require a reference to a business partner or a specific document.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that you have filled in either the business partner field or the document number field in the transaction you are trying to execute. 
  
  
  Provide Required Information:
  
  If you have a business partner related to the transaction, enter the business partner ID or name in the appropriate field.
  If you are working with a specific document, enter the document number that you are referencing.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Context: Make sure you are in the correct transaction context where either a business partner or document number is relevant. Sometimes, the error can occur if you are in a transaction that does not support the current input.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields for the transaction, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction you are working with.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the business partner or document you are trying to reference.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes depending on the context (e.g., sales order processing, invoice management).
  Business Partner Master Data: Ensure that the business partner master data is correctly set up in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transaction in SAP.