How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SI024 - Invalid entry; interval boundary type code must be 1 or 3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SI - Message Class : Material Replication Services Implementation

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Invalid entry; interval boundary type code must be 1 or 3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SI024 - Invalid entry; interval boundary type code must be 1 or 3 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SI024 indicates that there is an issue with the interval boundary type code in the Master Data Governance (MDG) for Material Management. Specifically, the error states that the interval boundary type code must be either 1 or 3, which typically corresponds to specific types of boundaries in the context of material data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The interval boundary type code being used in the material data is not set to the expected values (1 or 3). This could be due to incorrect data entry or configuration settings in the system.
  Data Validation Issues: The data being processed may not meet the validation rules defined in the MDG configuration, leading to this error when trying to save or process the material data.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments in the MDG process, they may not be handling the interval boundary type codes correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Entry:
  
  Review the material data that is being processed and ensure that the interval boundary type code is set to either 1 or 3. If it is set to a different value, correct it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the MDG for Material Management. Ensure that the interval boundary type codes are correctly defined and that the values being used are valid.
  
  
  
  Validation Rules:
  
  Look into the validation rules defined in the MDG process. Ensure that they are correctly set up to allow only the valid interval boundary type codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific interval boundary type codes and their meanings.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you may want to debug the process to see where the invalid entry is being generated.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Interval Boundary Type Codes: Typically, in SAP, these codes are used to define how certain ranges or intervals are treated. Code 1 might represent "inclusive" boundaries, while code 3 could represent "exclusive" boundaries, but you should verify this against your specific configuration.
  MDG Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in MDG is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MDG_BS_MAT_SI024 error.