How To Fix WY048 - Partner & would be second default partner for partner function &


WY048 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WY - Supplier Master

  • Message number: 048

  • Message text: Partner & would be second default partner for partner function &

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  • What causes this issue?

    You wanted to define the partner as default partner of the vendor for a
    certain partner role.
    However, it is only possible to define one partner as default partner
    for a partner role per data retention level.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY048 - Partner & would be second default partner for partner function & ?
    Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WY048:
    
    SAP Error Message: WY048
    Text: Partner & would be second default partner for partner function &
    
    
    Cause: This error occurs when you try to assign a second default partner for the same partner function in a business transaction or master data. In SAP, for certain partner functions (like Sold-to party, Ship-to party, Payer, etc.), only one partner can be marked as the default partner. Attempting to assign a second default partner for the same partner function violates this rule, triggering the WY048 error. Explanation: Partner Function: Defines the role of a business partner in a transaction (e.g., Sold-to party, Bill-to party, Ship-to party). Default Partner: The partner marked as default for a particular partner function, which SAP uses automatically in transactions. When you try to assign a second partner as default for the same partner function, SAP raises this error to prevent ambiguity.
    Solution: Check Existing Default Partner: Review the

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