How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER080 - Supplier &1: Metadata cannot be found for internal characteristic &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER - Master Data Processes ECC Supplier

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Supplier &1: Metadata cannot be found for internal characteristic &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER080 - Supplier &1: Metadata cannot be found for internal characteristic &2. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER080 indicates that there is an issue with the metadata for an internal characteristic in the context of Supplier Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when the system cannot find the necessary metadata for a specific characteristic that is required for processing supplier data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Metadata: The most common cause of this error is that the metadata for the specified internal characteristic (in this case, &2) is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG system or in the underlying ECC system that prevent the system from accessing the required metadata.
  Data Model Issues: The data model used for the supplier may not be correctly set up or may be missing certain characteristics.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the metadata was not transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Metadata Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the MDG system and verify that the metadata for the internal characteristic is defined correctly.
  Ensure that the characteristic is included in the data model and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model used for the supplier and ensure that all necessary characteristics are included and properly configured.
  If the characteristic is supposed to be part of the data model, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the system is failing to find the metadata.
  This may provide insights into whether the issue is with the configuration or with the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to MDG and this specific error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  MDG Configuration Guides: Refer to the MDG configuration guides for detailed steps on setting up and managing supplier data.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER080.