How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT006 - &1 empty lines found in positive list for ME &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 006

• Message text: &1 empty lines found in positive list for ME &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT006 - &1 empty lines found in positive list for ME &2 ?

  The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT006 indicates that there are empty lines found in the positive list for a specific maintenance event. This error typically occurs in the context of Data Management and Data Consistency checks within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with Master Data Management (MDM) or Data Migration Cockpit (DMC).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of empty lines in the positive list that is being processed. The positive list is expected to contain valid entries, and any empty lines can lead to issues during data processing or validation.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Positive List: 
  
  Open the positive list that is being referenced in the error message.
  Look for any empty lines or rows that do not contain valid data.
  
  
  
  Remove Empty Lines:
  
  Delete any empty lines from the positive list.
  Ensure that all entries in the list are valid and properly formatted.
  
  
  
  Validate the Data:
  
  After cleaning up the positive list, validate the data to ensure that it meets the required criteria for processing.
  Check for any other potential issues that might cause similar errors.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  Once the empty lines have been removed and the data validated, re-run the process that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Errors:
  
  Monitor for any additional error messages that may arise after correcting the positive list.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like DMC or MDM to access relevant data management tools.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to Data Management and Master Data Management for more detailed guidance on handling positive lists and data validation.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the positive list is free of empty lines and properly formatted, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your data processing tasks.