How To Fix MDG_BS_CUST_HARM013 - CVI grouping defined for BP grouping &1 and customer account group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_CUST_HARM -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: CVI grouping defined for BP grouping &1 and customer account group &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_CUST_HARM013 - CVI grouping defined for BP grouping &1 and customer account group &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_CUST_HARM013 indicates that there is an issue with the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) grouping defined for a Business Partner (BP) grouping and a customer account group. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to create or modify a business partner that is linked to customer data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch or misconfiguration in the CVI settings. Specifically, it suggests that the system cannot find a valid CVI grouping for the specified Business Partner grouping and customer account group. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The CVI grouping for the specified BP grouping and customer account group has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be incorrect or incomplete mapping between the Business Partner and customer account groups.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from correctly associating the BP with the customer account group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check CVI Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the configuration settings for the Business Partner and customer account groups.
  Ensure that the CVI settings are correctly defined for the relevant groupings.
  
  
  
  Define CVI Grouping:
  
  If the CVI grouping is missing, you can define it in the Customizing settings:
  
  Navigate to SPRO ? SAP Customizing Implementation Guide ? MDG ? Master Data Governance ? Business Partner ? Define Grouping for Customer and Vendor.
  
  
  Create or adjust the necessary entries for the BP grouping and customer account group.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data being used to create or modify the business partner is consistent and adheres to the defined groupings.
  Validate that the customer account group is correctly assigned to the business partner.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to create or modify the business partner again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP: Business Partner Maintenance
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Business Partner and Customer-Vendor Integration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_BS_CUST_HARM013 error and ensure proper configuration of your Business Partner and customer account groups.