How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL009 - No source records found, copy failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No source records found, copy failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL009 - No source records found, copy failed ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL009 ("No source records found, copy failed") typically occurs in the context of the Master Data Consolidation (MDC) process, particularly when trying to copy or transfer data from one business partner model to another. This error indicates that the system could not find any source records to copy, which leads to the failure of the operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source Data: The most common cause is that there are no records in the source model that match the criteria for copying.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify source records may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no records being found.
  Data Deletion: The source records may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for copying.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source records.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDC settings that prevent the system from identifying the