How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_CUST018 - Assigned vendor &1 of customer &2 is not distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_CUST - Messages for Customer - MDG_APPL

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Assigned vendor &1 of customer &2 is not distributed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST018 - Assigned vendor &1 of customer &2 is not distributed ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_CUST018 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a vendor to a customer in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Customer data. Specifically, it means that the assigned vendor for the specified customer is not distributed to the target system.
  Cause:
  This error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Distribution Settings: The distribution settings for the vendor or customer may not be properly configured in the MDG system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the MDG system and the target system (e.g., ECC).
  Vendor Not Active: The vendor assigned to the customer may not be active or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the distribution of the vendor data.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues related to the middleware or the distribution process itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Distribution Settings:
  
  Ensure that the distribution settings for both the customer and vendor are correctly configured in the MDG system.
  Verify that the relevant distribution model is active.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency:
  
  Check if the vendor exists in the target system and is active.
  Ensure that the vendor data is consistent and complete.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the MDG change request logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any related errors during the distribution process.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Distribution:
  
  If the vendor was recently created or modified, try to reprocess the distribution for the customer.
  You can use transaction MDG_COCKPIT to monitor and manage the distribution process.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user performing the distribution has the necessary authorizations to distribute vendor data.
  
  
  
  Consult Technical Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your technical team to check for any middleware issues or errors in the distribution framework.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MDG_COCKPIT: For managing MDG processes.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance for detailed information on distribution settings and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MDG_BS_ECC_CUST018 error message.