How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL012 - &1 relationship(s) excluded from BP replication

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL - Messages for Business Partner Data Replication

• Message number: 012

• Message text: &1 relationship(s) excluded from BP replication

What causes this issue?

Either one or both business partners of the relationship were not yet
replicated to the receiver
or the relationship should be deleted but it was not replicated to the
receiver yet and therefore the deletion is not necessary.

System Response

This relationship will not be transferred to the receiver.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL012 - &1 relationship(s) excluded from BP replication ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL012 indicates that certain relationships have been excluded from the Business Partner (BP) replication process in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when there are issues with the relationships defined for the business partner that prevent them from being replicated to the target system.
  Cause
  The exclusion of relationships during BP replication can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The relationships defined for the business partner may have inconsistencies or invalid entries that prevent them from being replicated.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the relationship types may not be set up correctly in the MDG system.
  
  
  Data Validation Rules: There may be validation rules in place that exclude certain relationships based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting the replication may not have the necessary authorizations to replicate certain relationships.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as connectivity problems between the MDG system and the target system.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error and ensure that the relationships are included in the BP replication, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Relationship Data: Review the relationships defined for the business partner in the MDG system. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Verify that the relationship types are correctly configured in the MDG system. This includes checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., BP relationship types).
  
  
  Validate Data: Run data validation checks to identify any issues with the business partner data that may be causing the exclusion of relationships.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process performing the replication has the necessary authorizations to replicate the relationships.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the replication logs for more detailed error messages or warnings that can provide insights into why the relationships were excluded.
  
  
  Test Replication: After making the necessary corrections, test the replication process again to see if the relationships are now included.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to MDG and BP replication for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Review the MDG configuration guide for best practices on setting up business partner relationships.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to ensure successful replication of business partner relationships.