How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK021 - BP grouping &1 does not correspond with account group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK - MDG: messages for check of supplier data

• Message number: 021

• Message text: BP grouping &1 does not correspond with account group &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK021 - BP grouping &1 does not correspond with account group &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK021 indicates that there is a mismatch between the Business Partner (BP) grouping and the account group during the creation or modification of a Business Partner in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when the BP grouping assigned to the Business Partner does not align with the expected account group defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The BP grouping you are trying to use is not configured to correspond with the specified account group. Each BP grouping is associated with specific account groups, and if the grouping does not match the account group, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have selected an incorrect BP grouping or account group during the creation or modification process.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the relationship between BP grouping and account group may not have been set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify the relationship between the BP grouping and account group.
  Ensure that the BP grouping you are using is correctly assigned to the account group in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the data you entered when creating or modifying the Business Partner. Make sure that the BP grouping corresponds to the correct account group.
  If necessary, change the BP grouping or account group to ensure they match.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for Business Partner settings to understand how to properly configure BP groupings and account groups.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or modification of the Business Partner again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to create or modify Business Partners and SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Master Data Governance: Understanding the principles of Master Data Governance in SAP can help in managing and maintaining the integrity of master data, including Business Partners.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and solutions related to specific error messages and configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK021 effectively.