How To Fix WJ014 - Partner function &1 is not allowed for application &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WJ - Additionals

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Partner function &1 is not allowed for application &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WJ014 - Partner function &1 is not allowed for application &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WJ014 Partner function &1 is not allowed for application &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign or use a partner function in a business transaction or application where that partner function is not defined or allowed. In SAP, partner functions represent roles of business partners (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.) in various applications like sales orders, deliveries, billing documents, etc.
  The system checks the allowed partner functions for the specific application (e.g., sales order, delivery, billing) and if you try to assign a partner function that is not configured or permitted for that application, this error is triggered.
  
  Explanation:
  
  &1 = Partner function code (e.g., AG - Sold-to party, WE - Ship-to party)
  &2 = Application area (e.g., V1 for sales order, LI for delivery, RV for billing)
  
  For example, if you try to assign a partner function "WE" (Ship-to party) in an application where it is not allowed, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Partner Function Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Shipping ? Basic Shipping Functions ? Partner Determination ? Define Partner Functions.
  Verify if the partner function &1 is defined and allowed for the application &2.
  
  
  
  Check Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Partner functions are assigned via partner determination procedures.
  Go to SPRO ? Sales and Distribution ? Basic Functions ? Partner Determination ? Set Up Partner Determination.
  Check the partner determination procedure assigned to the application &2 and verify if the partner function &1 is included.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Function or Application:
  
  If the partner function is not allowed for the application, either:
  
  Use a different partner function that is allowed.
  Or extend the partner determination procedure to include the required partner function (if business process requires it).
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Customizing for Partner Functions:
  
  Sometimes, partner functions are restricted by customizing settings.
  Review the partner function settings in the IMG and adjust accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check User Input:
  
  Ensure that the partner function entered in the transaction is correct and valid for the business process.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Partner functions are critical in defining roles of business partners in SAP documents.
  Common partner functions include:
  
  AG (Sold-to party)
  WE (Ship-to party)
  RG (Bill-to party)
  RE (Payer)
  
  
  Applications (application areas) are identified by codes like:
  
  V1 = Sales order
  LI = Delivery
  RV = Billing
  
  
  Partner determination procedures link partner functions to applications and document types.
  Incorrect partner function assignment can cause errors in document processing, pricing, delivery, and billing.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Partner function &1 not allowed for application &2
  
  
  Cause
  Partner function not defined/allowed for the application area
  
  
  Solution
  Check and adjust partner function configuration and partner determination procedure
  
  
  Transaction
  SPRO (Customizing), Partner Determination setup
  
  
  Notes
  Ensure partner functions align with business process and application
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual partner function code and application code from your error message, I can help you with more specific guidance.