How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI020 - Partner ID for (contact) persons must be numeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI - MDG: messages for Supplier UI related issues

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Partner ID for (contact) persons must be numeric

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI020 - Partner ID for (contact) persons must be numeric ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_BOLUI020 indicates that the Partner ID for contact persons must be numeric. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to create or update a supplier or business partner record, and the system expects the Partner ID to be a numeric value but receives a non-numeric value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The Partner ID field may have been populated with non-numeric characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Data Mapping Issues: If data is being imported or transferred from another system, there may be a mapping issue where the Partner ID is not being correctly formatted as a numeric value.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG system that enforce numeric constraints on the Partner ID field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the Partner ID you are entering for the contact person is strictly numeric. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to ensure that only numeric values are allowed in the Partner ID field.
  Review Data Mapping: If you are importing data, review the mapping configuration to ensure that the Partner ID is being correctly formatted as a numeric value.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the format and requirements for Partner IDs in your version of MDG.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the non-numeric value is being introduced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  MDG Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the MDG system to ensure that the Partner ID field is set up correctly.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the correct format for entering Partner IDs to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  Error Logs: Check error logs for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the Partner ID for contact persons is correctly formatted as a numeric value.