How To Fix WN458 - Business partner &1 is not an organization and cannot be assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 458

• Message text: Business partner &1 is not an organization and cannot be assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WN458 - Business partner &1 is not an organization and cannot be assigned ?

  The SAP error message WN458 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a business partner (BP) in the system. Specifically, the error states that the business partner you are trying to assign is not classified as an organization, which is a requirement for the specific assignment you are attempting to make.
  Cause:
  
  Business Partner Type: The business partner you are trying to assign is likely classified as a person (individual) rather than an organization. In SAP, business partners can be categorized as either organizations or individuals, and certain assignments (like vendor or customer roles) require the business partner to be an organization.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the business partner was not set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The business partner may have been incorrectly entered or selected during the assignment process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Type:
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (BP) in SAP.
  Search for the business partner in question and check its type. Ensure that it is set up as an organization if you intend to assign it as such.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is indeed a person and you need it to be an organization, you may need to create a new business partner with the correct type.
  Alternatively, if the business partner should be an organization, you can modify its type in the business partner master data.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment Requirements:
  
  Ensure that you are following the correct process for assigning business partners in your specific context (e.g., vendor, customer).
  Check the documentation or guidelines for your organization regarding business partner assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the classification or how to proceed, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Understand the different roles that can be assigned to business partners in SAP, as this can affect how they are classified and used in transactions.
  SAP Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for business partners in your SAP system, as these can impact how business partners are created and managed.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to business partners include:
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  BP_MON: Business Partner Monitor
  BP_ROLE: Business Partner Role Assignment
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WN458 error and successfully assign the business partner as needed.