How To Fix MD_BP_SDM008 - Migration Finished - Number of records with PROTECT as N = &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MD_BP_SDM - Silent Data Migration

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Migration Finished - Number of records with PROTECT as N = &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MD_BP_SDM008 - Migration Finished - Number of records with PROTECT as N = &1 ?

  The SAP error message MD_BP_SDM008 indicates that during a migration process, the system has finished processing but has encountered a situation where the number of records with the status "PROTECT" set to "N" is greater than zero. This typically relates to the migration of business partner data, where certain records are not protected and may be subject to changes or deletions.
  Cause:
  
  Unprotected Records: The error suggests that there are business partner records that are not protected (i.e., they can be modified or deleted) and the migration process has completed with these records still in an unprotected state.
  Data Integrity Issues: This could indicate potential data integrity issues where certain records should be protected but are not, leading to concerns about data consistency after migration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that dictate how records are protected during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Records: Check the records that are marked with "PROTECT" as "N". You can do this by querying the business partner data in the relevant tables (e.g., BUT000, BUT020) to identify which records are unprotected.
  Set Protection: If certain records should be protected, you can manually set the protection status to "Y" for those records. This can often be done through transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or through data maintenance transactions.
  Adjust Migration Settings: Review the migration settings and parameters to ensure that they are configured correctly to protect the necessary records during the migration process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to business partner migration for any specific instructions or recommendations regarding the handling of unprotected records.
  Testing: After making changes, re-run the migration process in a test environment to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the records are being handled as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), SE16N (Data Browser), and others that may help in reviewing and managing business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the MD_BP_SDM008 error for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Migration Tools: If you are using specific migration tools or programs, ensure that they are up to date and configured correctly to handle business partner data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MD_BP_SDM008 error and ensure a successful migration of business partner data.