How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL054 - Number range for vendor must not be internal.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Number range for vendor must not be internal.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL054 - Number range for vendor must not be internal. ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL054, which states "Number range for vendor must not be internal," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of number ranges for business partners, specifically for vendors. This error indicates that the system is trying to assign an internal number range to a vendor, which is not allowed in the context of the business partner model.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The number range for the vendor is set to "internal," which means that the system is trying to generate a number automatically. However, for certain configurations, especially in the context of business partners, this is not permitted.
  Business Partner Role: The business partner role assigned to the vendor may not be configured correctly, leading to the system expecting a specific type of number range.
  Customizing Settings: The customizing settings in the SAP system for number ranges may not be aligned with the requirements for vendor creation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to vendors (usually BUPA for business partners).
  Ensure that the number range is set to "external" if required. If it is set to "internal," change it to "external" as needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Business Partner Role:
  
  Use transaction code BP to access the business partner master data.
  Check the roles assigned to the business partner and ensure that the vendor role is correctly configured.
  Make sure that the number range settings for the vendor role are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Business Partner > Business Partner Roles > Define Number Ranges for Business Partner Roles.
  Verify that the number ranges for the vendor role are correctly defined and set to external if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the vendor again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Business Partner and Number Range Management for detailed guidelines on configuring number ranges.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the number range for vendors is set correctly and that the business partner roles are properly configured, you should be able to resolve the MDC_BP_MODEL054 error.