noun
Used almost exclusively in negative constructions (e.g., 申し分ない, 申し分のない) to mean 'no complaint', 'perfect', or 'flawless'. The standalone noun meaning 'complaint' is rare.
See also: 申し分ない
彼の仕事ぶりには申し分がない。
There is no fault with his work.
このホテルはサービスも設備も申し分のないものだった。
This hotel had impeccable service and facilities.
noun
one's say; what one has to say; claim
Refers to what someone wants to express or assert, often in contexts like giving an opinion or stating one's case. Less common than the negative sense.
彼は自分の申し分をはっきり述べた。
He clearly stated his claim.