How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS017 - Fatal error during derivation: no business partner group available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS - Messages for multiple assignment function

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Fatal error during derivation: no business partner group available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS017 - Fatal error during derivation: no business partner group available ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS017 indicates that there is a fatal error during the derivation process in the Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partner (BP) due to the absence of a business partner group. This error typically occurs when the system is trying to derive or assign a business partner group to a business partner but cannot find any valid group to assign.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Business Partner Group: The most common cause is that the business partner group is not defined in the system or is not available for the specific business partner type being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG settings that prevent the system from determining the appropriate business partner group.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in the data model or missing master data can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create business partner groups.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Define Business Partner Groups:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check if the required business partner groups are defined.
  If not, create the necessary business partner groups in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the MDG for Business Partner. Ensure that the derivation rules for business partner groups are correctly set up.
  Use transaction SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being used to create or modify the business partner. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify business partner groups. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the derivation is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and business partner management for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the MDG configuration for business partners, including the settings for business partner groups and derivation rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that business partner groups are correctly assigned during the derivation process.