How To Fix MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS018 - One business object contains different bus. sys. in its identifier data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS - Messages belonging to Key Mapping

• Message number: 018

• Message text: One business object contains different bus. sys. in its identifier data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS018 - One business object contains different bus. sys. in its identifier data ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS018 indicates that there is a mismatch in the business system identifiers within a business object in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when the system is trying to process or match data that has inconsistent or conflicting identifiers for the same business object.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The business object may have been created or modified in a way that it contains identifiers from different business systems, leading to confusion during processing.
  Data Replication Issues: If data is being replicated from multiple sources, inconsistencies can arise if the identifiers are not aligned or if there are discrepancies in the source systems.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG system that are not properly aligned with the business processes or data governance rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Business Object: Review the business object that is causing the error. Look for any inconsistencies in the identifiers. Ensure that all identifiers belong to the same business system.
  
  
  Data Correction: If you find discrepancies, correct the identifiers in the business object. This may involve updating the data in the MDG application or the source systems.
  
  
  Review Data Replication Settings: If the data is being replicated from other systems, ensure that the replication settings are correctly configured. Make sure that the identifiers are consistent across all systems.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the mismatch.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error does not reoccur. You may want to run a data validation process to confirm that all identifiers are consistent.
  
  
  Engage with Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal technical team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP MDG, especially those related to data modeling and replication.
  Data Governance Policies: Ensure that your organization has clear data governance policies in place to prevent similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for MDG for best practices on managing business objects and identifiers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS018 error.