How To Fix WY052 - Partner function &1 not included in partner schema &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WY - Supplier Master

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Partner function &1 not included in partner schema &2

What causes this issue?

You wanted to process a partner role which is no longer maintained in
the valid partner schema.

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?

You must assign the partner role to the valid partner schema via
Customizing.
The partner schema that is valid for your vendor depends on
the account group of your vendor, and
the data retention level you are at.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WY052 - Partner function &1 not included in partner schema &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WY052 - Partner function &1 not included in partner schema &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of partner functions in a partner schema (often in SD or FI modules, e.g., during billing, delivery, or invoice processing). The system tries to assign or process a partner function (e.g., sold-to party, ship-to party, payer, etc.) that is not defined or included in the partner schema being used.
  
  Partner function &1: The specific partner function code that is missing.
  Partner schema &2: The partner schema name in which the partner function is expected but not found.
  
  In other words, the partner function you are trying to use or assign is not part of the partner schema configuration, so the system cannot process it.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During document creation or processing (sales order, delivery, billing document).
  When the system tries to copy or assign partner functions based on the partner schema.
  When customizing or master data is incomplete or inconsistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Partner Schema Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction VOPA (Partner Determination Schema).
  Select the partner schema &2 mentioned in the error.
  Verify if the partner function &1 is included in the schema.
  If not, add the missing partner function to the schema with the appropriate partner determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Adjust Partner Functions:
  
  If the partner function &1 should not be part of the schema, check why the system is trying to assign it.
  Review the document or master data to ensure correct partner functions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Determination Procedure:
  
  Sometimes, the partner determination procedure assigned to the document type or sales area is incorrect or incomplete.
  Check the procedure and ensure it matches the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the customer master or vendor master partner functions.
  Ensure that the partner functions assigned in master data are consistent with the partner schema.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the document creation or processing again to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VOPA - Partner Determination Schema maintenance.
  VD01/VD02 - Customer master data (Sales area data).
  WE20 - Partner profiles (for IDoc partner functions).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Sometimes SAP Notes provide fixes or additional explanations for partner schema issues.
  Partner Functions Examples: AG (Sold-to party), WE (Ship-to party), RG (Payer), RE (Bill-to party).
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WY052 indicates a mismatch between the partner function used and the partner schema configuration. The fix involves updating the partner schema to include the missing partner function or correcting the partner assignment in the document or master data.
  
  If you need, I can guide you step-by-step on how to add a partner function to a partner schema or troubleshoot further!