How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP003 - Head office &1 of supplier &2 is not distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP - Messages for Supplier - MDG_APPL

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Head office &1 of supplier &2 is not distributed

What causes this issue?

The head office &v1& is not known in the target system. Therefore it is
not distributed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To distribute the head office &v1& of supplier &v2&, first distribute
the supplier &v1& and then distribute the supplier &v2& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP003 - Head office &1 of supplier &2 is not distributed ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP003 indicates that the head office of a supplier is not distributed to the connected system (usually an ECC or S/4HANA system) from the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises in the context of supplier master data replication.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The head office data for the supplier may not have been fully maintained or is missing in the MDG system.
  Distribution Issues: There may be issues with the distribution settings or configurations that prevent the head office data from being sent to the target system.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as connectivity problems between the MDG and the target system, or issues with the distribution framework.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting to perform the distribution may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Completeness:
  
  Go to the MDG application and verify that all required fields for the head office of the supplier are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the head office address and other relevant details are complete.
  
  
  
  Review Distribution Settings:
  
  Check the distribution settings in the MDG system to ensure that the head office data is included in the distribution model.
  Verify that the target system is correctly configured to receive the supplier data.
  
  
  
  Monitor Distribution Logs:
  
  Check the distribution logs in the MDG system for any errors or warnings that might provide more context on why the distribution failed.
  Use transaction codes like SLG1 to view application logs related to the distribution process.
  
  
  
  Test Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no connectivity issues between the MDG system and the target system. You can test this by trying to manually trigger a distribution or using transaction SM59 to check RFC connections.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user or process performing the distribution has the necessary authorizations to execute the distribution of supplier data.
  
  
  
  Re-trigger Distribution:
  
  After addressing the above points, try to re-trigger the distribution of the supplier data to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for MDG, especially those related to supplier data and distribution.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG for detailed information on managing supplier data and troubleshooting distribution issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.