How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SI044 - Sender business system ID missing from header

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Sender business system ID missing from header

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SI044 - Sender business system ID missing from header ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SI044 indicates that the sender business system ID is missing from the header of a message in the Master Data Governance (MDG) process, specifically related to material data. This error typically occurs during the data transfer process when the system is trying to process a message but cannot identify the sender due to the absence of the required information in the message header.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sender Information: The sender business system ID is not populated in the message header. This can happen if the message is being generated or sent incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the communication settings between the systems involved (e.g., middleware settings, RFC destinations).
  Message Format Issues: The message format may not conform to the expected structure, leading to missing fields.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the MDG process, they may not be correctly populating the sender information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Message Header: Review the message being sent to ensure that the sender business system ID is included in the header. This can often be done by checking the logs or using transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to see the details of the message.
  Configuration Review: Verify the configuration settings for the MDG and the communication channels. Ensure that the sender system is correctly defined in the relevant settings (e.g., in the MDG configuration or in the middleware).
  Middleware Settings: If you are using middleware (like SAP PI/PO), check the configuration there to ensure that the sender information is being correctly mapped and passed along.
  Testing: Perform tests to see if the issue persists with different data or scenarios. This can help isolate whether the problem is data-specific or systemic.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to see where the sender ID is supposed to be populated and why it is missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SLG1 for application logs, SM58 for asynchronous RFC errors, and SRT_UTIL for web service monitoring.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the MDG configuration settings, especially those related to data transfer and message processing.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.