How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS028 - Trading partner is updated for &1 additional assigned supplier(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS - Messages for multiple assignment function

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Trading partner is updated for &1 additional assigned supplier(s)

What causes this issue?

You have changed the field
<DS:DE.RASSC>Trading Partner</> of an assigned customer or supplier.

System Response

Each assigned customer or supplier is linked to a business partner via
customer/vendor integration (CVI). CVI stores the trading partner as a
central attribute of the business partner. Although you can maintain the
field independently for each assigned customer or supplier, its value is
always the same. If you change one entry the system updates all other
entries automatically with the same value.

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_MLT_AS028 - Trading partner is updated for &1 additional assigned supplier(s) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_MLT_AS028 indicates that there is an issue related to the trading partner assignment for business partners in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system, specifically when dealing with multiple assigned suppliers. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or conflicts in the trading partner data for the business partners being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Assignments: The error suggests that there are multiple suppliers assigned to a single trading partner, which may not be allowed based on the configuration or business rules in your SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect trading partner information for the suppliers.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for trading partner assignments may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts when trying to update or create business partner records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Assignments: Check the trading partner assignments for the business partners involved. Ensure that each supplier is correctly assigned to a unique trading partner as per your business rules.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries. This includes checking for duplicate entries or incorrect relationships between business partners and trading partners.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the MDG system related to trading partner assignments. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's requirements and that there are no restrictions that would prevent the assignment of suppliers to trading partners.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the specific suppliers and trading partners involved. This can provide insights into what might be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to MDG and trading partner assignments for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in MDG related to business partner management and trading partner assignments.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in MDG for further assistance.