/GSINS/ID_BR028 - Business Partner & is not in Validity Period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /GSINS/ID_BR -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Business Partner & is not in Validity Period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /GSINS/ID_BR028 - Business Partner & is not in Validity Period ?

  The SAP error message /GSINS/ID_BR028 Business Partner & is not in Validity Period typically indicates that the business partner you are trying to use is not valid for the date or period you are working with. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when creating or updating transactions that involve business partners.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period: The business partner may have a defined validity period, and the date you are trying to use falls outside of this period.
  Inactive Status: The business partner might be inactive or not approved for the specific transaction type.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a mistake in the business partner ID or the date being used in the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain business partners based on specific criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Verify the validity period of the business partner in the system. You can do this by navigating to the business partner master data and checking the validity dates.
  Update Validity Period: If the business partner is indeed valid but the dates are incorrect, you may need to update the validity period to include the date you are trying to use.
  Activate Business Partner: If the business partner is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure it is approved for the transaction you are attempting.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the business partner ID and the date you are using to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review any configuration settings that may be affecting the business partner's validity.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to view and edit business partner details.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify business partner data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing business partners and their validity periods.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.