How To Fix MDG_BS_ADHOC_REPL_UI004 - Number of processes must be greater than one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ADHOC_REPL_UI - Message Class For ADHOC Replication

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Number of processes must be greater than one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ADHOC_REPL_UI004 - Number of processes must be greater than one ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ADHOC_REPL_UI004 with the description "Number of processes must be greater than one" typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to execute an ad-hoc replication process. This error indicates that the system expects a configuration where multiple processes are defined, but it has detected that only one or none is configured.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The error is often caused by a misconfiguration in the MDG settings where the number of processes for the replication is set to one or not defined at all.
  Replication Settings: The replication settings in the MDG configuration might not be properly set up to handle multiple processes, which is required for the ad-hoc replication to function correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings in your SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant area for replication settings (e.g., MDGIMG -> Master Data Governance -> Configure Replication).
  Ensure that the number of processes for the replication is set to greater than one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Process Settings:
  
  If you find that the number of processes is set to one, increase it to at least two.
  Save the changes and activate the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Replication:
  
  After making the changes, try to execute the ad-hoc replication process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Logs:
  
  If the error continues, check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or help guides related to MDG and replication processes for any specific instructions or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant configuration details.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Understanding the overall configuration of MDG is crucial, as it involves various components like data models, replication settings, and workflows.
  Replication Framework: Familiarize yourself with the replication framework in MDG, which includes how data is replicated to and from different systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully execute the ad-hoc replication process in your SAP MDG environment.