How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE004 - Settings for relationships EAN_MARA and EAN_MARM must be the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE - Message class for governance scope check BAdI

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Settings for relationships EAN_MARA and EAN_MARM must be the same

What causes this issue?

In data model &1, it is not possible to govern the referencing
relationship EAN_MARA without the referencing relationship EAN_MARM. It
is also not possible to govern the referencing relationship EAN_MARM
without the referencing relationship EAN_MARA.

System Response

These inconsistent settings cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Govern both relationships or ungovern both relationships.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE004 - Settings for relationships EAN_MARA and EAN_MARM must be the same ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE004 indicates that there is a mismatch in the settings for the relationships between the EAN (European Article Number) in the MARA (General Material Data) and MARC (Plant Data) tables. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Material Management when there are inconsistencies in the configuration of these relationships.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the settings for the EAN relationship in the MARA table do not match those in the MARC table. This can happen due to:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The configuration settings for the EAN relationship in the material master data are not aligned between the general data (MARA) and the plant-specific data (MARC).
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entries in either the MARA or MARC tables can lead to this inconsistency.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that affect how EANs are handled, they may not be properly synchronized between the two tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for Material Management.
  Ensure that the settings for EAN in both MARA and MARC are consistent. This includes checking the number ranges, data types, and any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check the EAN entries in both MARA and MARC.
  Ensure that the EANs are correctly entered and that there are no discrepancies between the general and plant-specific data.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If discrepancies are found, update the entries in either MARA or MARC to ensure they match.
  You may need to use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments that interact with the material master data, review the code to ensure it does not introduce inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the material master data behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), and MM04 (Display Changes).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific configuration settings you are working with. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or patches that may resolve known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Master Data Governance and Material Management for best practices and guidelines on maintaining consistency in material master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE004 error message.