How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK023 - Account group &1 is not usable for Vendor Like UI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Account group &1 is not usable for Vendor Like UI

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK023 - Account group &1 is not usable for Vendor Like UI ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_CHECK023 indicates that the account group specified (represented by &1) is not usable for the Vendor Like UI in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration of the account group or its assignment to the vendor master data.
  Cause:
  
  Account Group Configuration: The account group may not be configured correctly in the system. This could include settings that restrict its use for vendor creation or maintenance.
  Vendor Type: The account group may not be assigned to the correct vendor type or may not be compatible with the Vendor Like UI.
  Status of the Account Group: The account group might be set to inactive or may have restrictions that prevent its use.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified account group.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Group Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code OBD4 (or the relevant configuration transaction) to check the configuration of the account group.
  Ensure that the account group is set up for vendor master data and is marked as usable for the Vendor Like UI.
  
  
  
  Review Vendor Type Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the account group is assigned to the correct vendor type in the configuration settings.
  Check if the account group is linked to the appropriate vendor roles.
  
  
  
  Activate Account Group:
  
  If the account group is inactive, activate it in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify vendors using the specified account group.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include access to the relevant account group.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional insights or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the Vendor Like UI again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), OBD4 (Account Group Configuration), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.