How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP081 - Characteristic &4/&3: &2 redundant values '&1' were automatically removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Characteristic &4/&3: &2 redundant values '&1' were automatically removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP081 - Characteristic &4/&3: &2 redundant values '&1' were automatically removed ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP081 indicates that there are redundant values in a characteristic of a material master record in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This typically occurs when multiple values for a characteristic are deemed to be duplicates or unnecessary, and the system automatically removes them to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Redundant Values: The error message suggests that there are multiple entries for a characteristic that are considered redundant. For example, if a characteristic allows multiple values but some of those values are identical or serve the same purpose, the system will remove the duplicates.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered the same value multiple times due to oversight or misunderstanding of the characteristic's purpose.
  Configuration Issues: The way characteristics are configured in the system may allow for overlapping or redundant values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Characteristic Values: Check the characteristic values for the material in question. Identify which values are being flagged as redundant and understand why they are considered duplicates.
  Data Cleanup: If you find that there are indeed redundant values, you can manually clean up the data by removing the duplicates from the characteristic values.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to enter data correctly to avoid redundancy in the future.
  Configuration Review: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of the characteristics in the material master to ensure they are set up correctly and do not allow for overlapping values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on handling characteristics and values in MDG.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings for material master data in MDG, particularly how characteristics and their values are defined.
  Data Governance Policies: Implement data governance policies to ensure that data entry practices are standardized and that users understand the importance of maintaining clean data.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the redundancy and ensuring proper data management practices, you can minimize the occurrence of this error in the future.