How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_CHECK016 - For address usage &1 the standard flag has to be set for one address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 016

• Message text: For address usage &1 the standard flag has to be set for one address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK016 - For address usage &1 the standard flag has to be set for one address ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK016 indicates that for a specific address usage in the Business Partner (BP) master data, the standard flag must be set for at least one address. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners when there are multiple addresses defined for a business partner, and the system requires one of those addresses to be marked as the standard address for a particular usage.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have multiple addresses for a business partner, but none of them are marked as the standard address for the specified address usage (e.g., invoice address, delivery address, etc.).
  The system enforces a rule that requires at least one address to be designated as the standard for each address usage.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that at least one address is marked as the standard address for the specified usage. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Business Partner Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining Business Partners (e.g., BP).
  
  
  
  Select the Business Partner:
  
  Enter the Business Partner number and select the appropriate role that contains the address data.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Address Section:
  
  Go to the "Addresses" tab or section where the addresses are listed.
  
  
  
  Set the Standard Flag:
  
  Identify the address that you want to set as the standard for the specific usage.
  Check the option or checkbox for "Standard" or "Standard Address" for that address usage (e.g., "Invoice", "Delivery", etc.).
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After setting the standard flag, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Revalidate:
  
  After saving, try to perform the action that triggered the error again to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Address Usages: Different address usages can include billing, shipping, and other specific purposes. Each usage may require a standard address.
  Business Partner Roles: Different roles may have different address requirements, so ensure you are working within the correct role context.
  MDG Configuration: If you are frequently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in MDG to understand the rules around address usage and standard addresses.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.