How To Fix WN098 - Plant &1; wrong supplier assigned to BP that is assigned to customer &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WN - Plant master data maintenance (integrated)

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Plant &1; wrong supplier assigned to BP that is assigned to customer &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN098 - Plant &1; wrong supplier assigned to BP that is assigned to customer &2 ?

  The SAP error message WN098 indicates that there is a mismatch between the supplier assigned to a business partner (BP) and the customer associated with that business partner. This error typically arises in scenarios where a business partner is expected to have a specific role (like a supplier or customer) but is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Business Partner Configuration: The business partner may have been assigned a supplier role that does not correspond to the customer role expected in the transaction.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data where the supplier and customer roles are not aligned properly.
  Role Assignment Issues: The roles assigned to the business partner may not be set up correctly, leading to this error when trying to perform transactions that require a specific role.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Roles:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Verify the roles assigned to the business partner in question. Ensure that the correct roles (e.g., supplier and customer) are assigned as needed.
  
  
  
  Correct Role Assignment:
  
  If the roles are incorrect, you may need to add or remove roles accordingly. For example, if the business partner should be a customer, ensure that the customer role is assigned and that the supplier role is not conflicting.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the supplier and customer to ensure that all relevant information is consistent and correctly configured.
  Look for any discrepancies in the data that might lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing business partners to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage and review business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the changes has the necessary authorizations to modify business partner data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in master data management within SAP.