How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_WF_CR004 - CR type &1, step &2: Reuse area checks require existence checks

MDG_BS_MAT_WF_CR004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_WF_CR - Messages for WF/CR

• Message number: 004

• Message text: CR type &1, step &2: Reuse area checks require existence checks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_WF_CR004 - CR type &1, step &2: Reuse area checks require existence checks ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_WF_CR004 typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) workflows, particularly when dealing with material master data. This error indicates that there is an issue with the reuse area checks during the workflow process, specifically that the system requires existence checks for certain data.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the workflow attempts to perform checks on data that is expected to exist in the system, but it cannot find the necessary data. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Data: The required data for the material or related entities does not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the reuse area checks may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the necessary data.
  Workflow Configuration: The workflow steps may not be correctly defined, leading to the system expecting data that is not available.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may