How To Fix MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER111 - Supplier &1 could not be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER - Master Data Processes ECC Supplier

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Supplier &1 could not be converted

What causes this issue?

The supplier &v1& is not a standard supplier. Only a supplier that is
assigned to a business partner as standard supplier can be converted via
the file conversion.
Suppliers that are assigned to a business partner as non standard
supplier can only be created and changed within the MDG system or
distributed from the MDG system.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER111 - Supplier &1 could not be converted ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER111 indicates that there is an issue with converting a supplier record in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when there is a problem with the data associated with the supplier, which prevents it from being processed or converted correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The supplier data may have inconsistencies or missing mandatory fields that are required for conversion.
  Invalid Data Format: The data format for certain fields may not match the expected format (e.g., incorrect date formats, invalid characters).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG or ECC system that prevent the conversion from occurring.
  Missing Dependencies: The supplier may have dependencies (like related business partners or addresses) that are not properly set up or are missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the conversion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Review the supplier data for completeness and ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Validate Data Formats: Ensure that all data fields conform to the expected formats. For example, check date formats, number formats, and any specific field requirements.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in both the MDG and ECC systems to ensure they are correctly set up for supplier data processing.
  Check Dependencies: Verify that all related data (such as addresses, contacts, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the supplier.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the conversion. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Error Logs: Review the error logs for more detailed information about the specific cause of the error. This can provide insights into what went wrong during the conversion process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MDG_BS_SUPPLIER to access the supplier data and check for issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP MDG documentation for guidelines on data governance and supplier management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message MDG_BS_ECC_SUPPLIER111.