How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_CHECK031 - Communication type &1 is not supported

MDG_BS_BP_CHECK031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Communication type &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK031 - Communication type &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_CHECK031 indicates that the communication type specified in the Business Partner (BP) data is not supported. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners when there is an attempt to use a communication type that is not defined or recognized in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Communication Type: The communication type (e.g., email, phone, fax) specified in the Business Partner data does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The communication type may not be activated or may not be part of the allowed values for the specific Business Partner role.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the communication type field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Communication Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Business Partner communication types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the communication type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Allowed Values:
  
  Check the