In SAP, there are different approaches to blocking a business partner for certain company codes, although a direct, company code-specific block of a business partner is not available as standard in the SAP GUI. In general, the business partner block is usually set globally. If a more differentiated block is required, you can consider the following options: 1 Credit management: Here you can define credit limits and blocks at company code level. This is often used to control which business partner activities are allowed in specific company areas. However, this is more for credit control than for general business blocks. 2 Validations and substitutions: Implement a validation in the system logic that can block the use of certain business partners in specific company codes within FI postings. For example, a validation rule can be created that checks whether the business partner is allowed for the corresponding company code. 3. User exit or BAdI: Develop a customized code using user exits or business add-ins (BAdIs) that check during transaction processing whether the business partner is allowed to be used in the specific company code. However, this requires programming skills and in-depth knowledge of the SAP system. 4 Authorization concept: You can use the role and authorization concept to control which users have access to specific business partners in specific company codes. This allows you to block access to business partner data on a role-specific basis, although this is not a real block in the business partner itself. It is important to analyze the business requirements carefully and select the best solution in line with the system's technical capabilities and business processes. The approaches mentioned require varying degrees of customization and configuration in the SAP system. For a feasible solution, it often makes sense to consult with an SAP consultant or developer to define the optimal approach.
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