How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER001 - Package size greater than 0 required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER - Master Data Processes ECC Supplier

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Package size greater than 0 required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER001 - Package size greater than 0 required ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER001 with the description "Package size greater than 0 required" typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when dealing with supplier data. This error indicates that the system expects a package size greater than zero for the data being processed, but it has received a value of zero or an empty package.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Data Package: The most common cause of this error is that the data package being sent to the backend system (ECC) is empty or has not been populated correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data model or the mapping of fields that results in no data being sent.
  Data Validation: The data being processed may not meet the required validation rules, leading to an empty package being generated.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or logic in the data processing, they may inadvertently lead to an empty package.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Input: Ensure that the data being sent to the backend is populated correctly. Verify that all required fields are filled in the MDG UI.
  Review Data Model Configuration: Check the configuration of the data model in MDG to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly mapped and that the data model is set up to handle the supplier data appropriately.
  Debugging: If you have access to the system, you can debug the process to see where the data package is being created and why it might be empty. Look for any custom logic that might be affecting the data.
  Validation Rules: Review any validation rules that might be in place to ensure that they are not inadvertently causing the data package to be empty.
  Check Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context on why the package is empty.
  Test with Sample Data: Try to create a supplier with a minimal set of valid data to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with specific data or a broader configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for guidelines on data governance processes and error handling.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.