How To Fix MDG_BS_BP002 - Field status for attribute &1 cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP - MDG BP: general messages

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Field status for attribute &1 cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP002 - Field status for attribute &1 cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP002 ("Field status for attribute &1 cannot be determined") typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners (BP). This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the field status for a specific attribute during the processing of a business partner.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The field status for the attribute may not be properly configured in the MDG customizing settings. This can happen if the field is not assigned to the correct data model or if the field status is not defined for the relevant business partner role.
  
  
  Missing Data Model: The data model that includes the attribute may not be activated or properly set up in the MDG system.
  
  
  Inconsistent Customizing: There may be inconsistencies in the customizing settings between different environments (e.g., development, quality, production).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify certain fields, leading to this error.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as missing or incorrect entries in the database tables that manage field statuses.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for Business Partner field status configuration.
  Ensure that the field status for the attribute in question is correctly defined for the relevant business partner role and data model.
  
  
  
  Activate Data Model:
  
  Verify that the data model containing the attribute is activated. You can check this in the MDG configuration under the data model settings.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Compare the customizing settings across different environments to ensure consistency. Make sure that all necessary settings are transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the fields in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the field status determination is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), SPRO (Customizing), and MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide).
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for MDG and Business Partner management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community 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 diagnose and resolve the MDG_BS_BP002 error effectively.