How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_CUST004 - Enter number range data or target account group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_CUST - Messages for Customer - MDG_APPL

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Enter number range data or target account group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST004 - Enter number range data or target account group ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST004 typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to number range data or the target account group during the creation or modification of master data. This error indicates that the system expects a number range to be defined for the specified account group, but it is either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Number Range: The number range for the specified account group is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The number range might be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant account group.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the number range settings.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the configuration of the MDG system that prevent the number range from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Check if the number range object related to the account group is defined and active.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant account group.
  
  
  
  Define Number Range:
  
  If the number range is missing, you will need to create it.
  Use the transaction code SNRO to create a new number range for the specific account group.
  Make sure to define the intervals and set the status to "Active".
  
  
  
  Assign Number Range to Account Group:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant master data type (e.g., customer, vendor).
  Ensure that the newly created number range is assigned to the correct account group.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify number ranges.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the master data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number ranges.
  SPRO: For accessing the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on number range management and MDG configuration.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, 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_ECC_CUST004 error and ensure that the number range data is correctly configured for the target account group.