How To Fix MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM017 - Changed number range of vendor account group &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM - MDG: messages for harmonization report

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Changed number range of vendor account group &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM017 - Changed number range of vendor account group &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM017 indicates that there has been a change in the number range for a vendor account group in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This typically occurs when the number range assigned to a vendor account group is modified, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts in the data.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Number Range: The number range for the vendor account group has been altered, which may not align with existing data or configurations.
  Configuration Issues: The change might not have been properly configured in the system, leading to conflicts with existing vendor records.
  Data Migration or Updates: If data migration or updates are being performed, this error can occur if the number range is not correctly set up for the new or existing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the vendor account group.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly defined and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Check Vendor Account Group Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBAS to review the settings for the vendor account group in question.
  Ensure that the number range assigned to the account group is appropriate and does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If necessary, adjust the number range to ensure it is consistent with the existing data and does not overlap with other account groups.
  Make sure that the number range is set to allow for the creation of new vendor records.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the vendor master data to identify any discrepancies that may have arisen due to the number range change.
  Use transaction code MDG_MAT or similar to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the creation of new vendor records to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SNRO (Number Range Objects), OBAS (Account Group), MDG_MAT (Master Data Governance for Material).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_BS_SUPPL_HARM017 and ensure that the vendor account group number range is correctly configured.