How To Fix MDG_BS_CUST_HARM029 - BP grouping &1 is already used in CVI Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_CUST_HARM -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: BP grouping &1 is already used in CVI Customizing

What causes this issue?

System Response

The harmonization report MDG_BS_CUST_HARM cannot use the key of the
selected customer account group for the new BP grouping. A different
key will be assigned to the new BP grouping.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_CUST_HARM029 - BP grouping &1 is already used in CVI Customizing ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_CUST_HARM029 indicates that there is an issue with the Business Partner (BP) grouping in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) and Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI). Specifically, the error states that the BP grouping you are trying to use is already in use in the CVI Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a Business Partner grouping that is already assigned to another configuration or entity in the CVI settings.
  There may be a conflict in the configuration where the same grouping is being referenced multiple times, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Groupings:
  
  Go to the CVI Customizing settings in your SAP system. You can access this through transaction code BP or by navigating through the SAP Easy Access menu.
  Look for the Business Partner groupings that are already defined and see if the grouping you are trying to use is already assigned.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Conflicting Grouping:
  
  If the grouping is indeed in use, you may need to either modify the existing configuration to free up the grouping or choose a different grouping for your current task.
  If the grouping is not needed, consider removing it from the configuration where it is currently assigned.
  
  
  
  Create a New Grouping:
  
  If the existing groupings do not meet your requirements, you can create a new Business Partner grouping that does not conflict with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your system, ensure that they are not causing conflicts with the standard configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to Business Partner and CVI Customizing for any specific guidelines or best practices that may help in resolving the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the Business Partner can be created or modified as intended.
  
  
  
  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 guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDG_BS_CUST_HARM029 error and successfully manage your Business Partner groupings in SAP.