How To Fix MDG_BS_CUST_HARM005 - No number range assigned to BP grouping &1; check Customizing settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_CUST_HARM -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No number range assigned to BP grouping &1; check Customizing settings

What causes this issue?

The Customizing settings for the business partner grouping are
incomplete.

System Response

The harmonization report MDG_BS_CUST_HARM cannot check the
Customer/Vendor Integration (CVI) customizing that is related to the
business partner grouping.
The Vendor UI cannot use the related business partner grouping.

How to fix this error?

Check and correct the Customizing settings for business partner
groupings under <ZK>SAP Customizing Implementation Guide</> -> <ZK>
Cross-Application Components </>-> <ZK>SAP Business Partner</> ->
<ZK>Business Partner</> -> <ZK>Basic Settings</> -> <ZK>Number Ranges
and Groupings </>->
<DS:SIMG._CABP_V_TB001>Define Groupings and Assign Number Ranges</>.

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_CUST_HARM005 - No number range assigned to BP grouping &1; check Customizing settings ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_CUST_HARM005 indicates that there is no number range assigned to the Business Partner (BP) grouping specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create or manage business partners.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined number range for the specified Business Partner grouping. In SAP, number ranges are used to generate unique identifiers for business partners, and if a grouping does not have an associated number range, the system cannot create a new business partner.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a number range to the specified Business Partner grouping. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Master Data Governance -> Business Partner -> Basic Settings -> Define Number Ranges for Business Partner
  
  
  
  
  Define Number Ranges:
  
  In the number range settings, check if the number range for the specific Business Partner grouping (indicated by &1 in the error message) is defined.
  If it is not defined, create a new number range by specifying the range of numbers that can be used for that grouping.
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Grouping:
  
  After defining the number range, ensure that it is assigned to the appropriate Business Partner grouping.
  You may need to specify the grouping in the configuration settings to link it with the newly created number range.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to create or manage the business partner again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Partner Grouping: This is a classification for business partners that determines how they are managed and what data is relevant for them.
  Number Ranges: These are essential for ensuring that each business partner has a unique identifier, which is crucial for data integrity and management.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to access the Business Partner maintenance screen directly.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to check for any additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.