How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_CHECK013 - There must be only one standard address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_CHECK - Messages for check of BP data

• Message number: 013

• Message text: There must be only one standard address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK013 - There must be only one standard address ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK013 ("There must be only one standard address") typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners (BP). This error indicates that the system has detected multiple standard addresses for a business partner, which is not allowed as per the business rules defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A business partner has more than one address marked as the "standard" address.
  The data entry or data migration process has resulted in multiple addresses being flagged as standard.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Business Partner: Determine which business partner is causing the error. This can usually be found in the error message details or logs.
  
  
  Check Addresses: 
  
  Go to the Business Partner transaction (e.g., BP) in SAP.
  Navigate to the addresses section of the business partner.
  Review the list of addresses associated with the business partner.
  
  
  
  Standard Address Validation:
  
  Identify which address is currently marked as the standard address.
  Check if there are any other addresses that are also marked as standard.
  
  
  
  Correct the Addresses:
  
  If you find multiple addresses marked as standard, you need to decide which one should remain as the standard address.
  Change the status of the other addresses to non-standard. This can usually be done by editing the address details and unchecking the "Standard" checkbox.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the business partner data.
  
  
  Reprocess the Data: If this error occurred during a data migration or upload process, re-run the process after correcting the addresses.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Roles: Ensure that the business partner roles are correctly assigned, as different roles may have different address requirements.
  Data Governance Rules: Review the data governance rules in your MDG configuration to understand why the system enforces a single standard address.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further troubleshooting.