How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP012 - Replication of contact persons not possible for suppliers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP - Messages for Supplier - MDG_APPL

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Replication of contact persons not possible for suppliers

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP012 - Replication of contact persons not possible for suppliers ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP012 indicates that the replication of contact persons for suppliers is not possible in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises during the process of replicating supplier data from the MDG system to the connected SAP ERP (ECC) system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The contact person data may be incomplete or missing required fields that are necessary for replication.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the MDG and ECC systems, such as invalid references or incorrect formats.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the replication process may not be set up correctly, leading to failures in data transfer.
  Authorization Issues: The user or system may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the replication of contact persons.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as network problems or system downtime, that prevent successful replication.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all required fields for the contact person are filled out correctly in the MDG system. This includes fields like name, address, and communication details.
  Validate Data Consistency: Review the data for any inconsistencies or errors. Use transaction codes like MDG_MAT or MDG_BS to check the data quality.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings for the MDG and ECC systems. Ensure that the replication settings are correctly defined in the MDG customizing settings.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user or system performing the replication has the necessary authorizations to create or update contact persons in the ECC system.
  Monitor Technical Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide insight into the replication failure.
  Test Replication: Perform a test replication with a single contact person to isolate the issue and determine if it is data-specific or a broader configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_MAT, MDG_BS, and SLG1 for monitoring and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPP012.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Master Data Governance documentation for best practices on data replication and troubleshooting common issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed logs and error messages for analysis.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the replication issue for contact persons in the supplier data.