How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL002 - Enter a Source System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Enter a Source System

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL002 - Enter a Source System ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL002, which states "Enter a Source System," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with the Business Partner (BP) model. This error indicates that a source system has not been specified where the business partner data is to be sourced from.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Source System: The source system field is left blank when creating or updating a business partner.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the source system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or specify the source system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_BP_MODEL002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify a Source System:
  
  When creating or editing a business partner, ensure that you fill in the "Source System" field. This field is typically required for the system to know where to pull or