How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_BP_CHECK414 - Unknown class &1 (class type &2) in class assignment of supplier &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_BP_CHECK - MDG: messages for check on vendor and customer data

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Unknown class &1 (class type &2) in class assignment of supplier &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_BP_CHECK414 - Unknown class &1 (class type &2) in class assignment of supplier &3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_BP_CHECK414 indicates that there is an issue with the class assignment of a supplier in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, the error states that an unknown class (class type) is being referenced for the supplier.
  Cause:
  
  
  Unknown Class Type: The error typically arises when the system is trying to assign a class to a business partner (in this case, a supplier) that does not exist or is not recognized in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The class type not being defined in the system.
  The class type being incorrectly specified in the configuration.
  The class type being deleted or deactivated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the classification system or the business partner data model that lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the classification tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Class Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code CL02 (Change Class) or CL01 (Create Class) in the SAP GUI.
  Verify that the class type mentioned in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the class type is active and has the necessary characteristics defined.
  
  
  
  Review Business Partner Data:
  
  Use transaction BP to check the business partner data for the supplier in question.
  Ensure that the classification data is correctly assigned and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings for the classification system in the SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) transaction.
  Navigate to Logistics General > Classification > Class Types and ensure that the relevant class types are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any inconsistencies in the business partner data or classification data.
  Use transaction MDG_BS_ECC_BP to check for any issues related to business partner data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  BP - Business Partner Maintenance
  CL01, CL02 - Class Management
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  MDG Documentation: Review the Master Data Governance documentation for best practices in managing business partner data and classifications.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MDG_BS_ECC_BP_CHECK414 error.