How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SERVICE003 - Document number missing for object key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SERVICE -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Document number missing for object key &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SERVICE003 - Document number missing for object key &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SERVICE003 Document number missing for object key &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the document number associated with a specific object key. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a document number for the specified object key, which is necessary for processing the request.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Number: The document number for the object key is not generated or is missing in the database.
  Incorrect Object Key: The object key provided may not correspond to any existing document in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that prevent the document number from being generated or retrieved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document associated with the object key.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Key: Verify that the object key provided in the error message is correct and corresponds to an existing document in the system.
  Document Generation: Ensure that the document number is being generated correctly. This may involve checking the configuration settings for document number assignment in the MDG system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the MDG system to identify any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the document number is expected to be generated or retrieved and why it is failing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  MDG Configuration: Review the configuration settings for MDG, particularly those related to document management and number assignment.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.