How To Fix MDC_BP_MODEL066 - Source business partner &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_BP_MODEL - Business Partner Data Model

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Source business partner &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again

What causes this issue?

The source business partner <(>&<)>1 / <(>&<)>2 is in status "Central
Maintenance" (M). Once a source business partner has been consolidated
and its status has been set to "Central Maintenance", it cannot be
processed by a consolidation process again.

System Response

The source business partner is not stored in consolidation source
tables. The corresponding replication message is rejected for further
processing.

How to fix this error?

The source business partner can be processed within the system in a
central maintenance process. If a source business partner shall be
processed multiple times by a consolidation process, a process template
must be used which does not set the status of a source business partner
to "Central Maintenance". Typically, a consolidation process with goal
"Consolidation for Central Maintenance" (M) sets the source status to "
Central Maintenance".

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL066 - Source business partner &1/&2 cannot be consolidated again ?

  The SAP error message MDC_BP_MODEL066 indicates that a specific business partner (BP) cannot be consolidated again. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module, where business partners are managed and consolidated.
  Cause:
  The error message MDC_BP_MODEL066 is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Already Consolidated: The business partner in question has already been consolidated, and the system does not allow for re-consolidation. This is a safeguard to prevent data integrity issues.
  
  
  Status of Business Partner: The business partner may be in a status that does not allow for further consolidation. For example, it might be marked as "inactive" or "archived."
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data associated with the business partner that prevent it from being consolidated again.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict the re-consolidation of business partners based on specific business rules or settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MDC_BP_MODEL066 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Consolidation Status: Verify if the business partner has already been consolidated. If it has, you may need to review the consolidation history and determine if further action is necessary.
  
  
  Review Business Partner Status: Check the status of the business partner in the system. If it is inactive or archived, you may need to reactivate it or create a new business partner for consolidation.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all data related to the business partner is complete and consistent. Address any data integrity issues that may be present.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the MDG system to ensure that they allow for the desired consolidation actions. If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to adjust the settings.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation for further insights into the error message and its implications. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the Master Data Governance documentation for best practices on managing business partners and understanding consolidation processes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.