How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER102 - ID of supplier (vendor) is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER - Master Data Processes ECC Supplier

• Message number: 102

• Message text: ID of supplier (vendor) is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER102 - ID of supplier (vendor) is missing ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER102 indicates that the ID of the supplier (vendor) is missing in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Supplier data. This error typically occurs when trying to create or update a supplier record in the MDG system, and the system cannot find a valid vendor ID.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Vendor ID: The most straightforward cause is that the vendor ID field is not populated in the data being processed.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the data is being transferred from another system or application, there may be issues with how the vendor ID is being mapped or transferred.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG or ECC system that are not set up correctly, leading to the vendor ID not being recognized.
  Data Validation: The data being submitted may not meet the validation rules defined in the MDG system, causing the vendor ID to be flagged as missing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Ensure that the vendor ID is correctly populated in the input data. If you are using a data import or migration tool, verify that the vendor ID is included in the source data.
  Review Data Mapping: If the data is being imported from another system, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the vendor ID is being correctly mapped to the appropriate field in the MDG system.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the MDG and ECC systems to ensure that they are set up correctly to recognize and process vendor IDs.
  Check for Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields for creating or updating a supplier record are filled out correctly. Sometimes, other missing fields can lead to this error.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs or error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the issue.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the vendor ID is now being processed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the MDG system, particularly those related to supplier/vendor data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the requirements and processes for managing supplier data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.