How To Fix MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG018 - Process terminated; no data found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG - Message class for Loader

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Process terminated; no data found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG018 - Process terminated; no data found ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MAT_LOADER_MSG018: Process terminated; no data found typically occurs in the context of the Master Data Governance (MDG) module when attempting to load material data. This error indicates that the system did not find any data to process during the execution of the material loading process.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Input Data: The most common cause is that the input file or data source being used for the material load is empty or does not contain any valid records.
  Incorrect Data Source Configuration: The configuration for the data source may be incorrect, leading to no data being fetched.
  Filter Criteria: If there are filters applied in the data selection process, they may be too restrictive, resulting in no records being selected.
  Data Mapping Issues: There may be issues with how the data is mapped from the source to the target, causing the system to not recognize any valid entries.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Verify that the input file or data source contains valid and non-empty records. Ensure that the data format is correct and matches the expected structure.
  Review Data Source Configuration: Ensure that the data source is correctly configured in the MDG system. Check the settings and parameters to ensure they are pointing to the correct data.
  Adjust Filter Criteria: If filters are being used, review and adjust them to ensure they are not excluding all records. Test with broader criteria to see if any data is returned.
  Validate Data Mapping: Check the mapping configuration to ensure that the fields in the source data are correctly mapped to the target fields in the MDG system.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the data and perform the loading operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MDG_MAT_LOAD to initiate the material loading process and check logs for more detailed error messages.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed information about the error and any related messages that could provide further insights.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for MDG to understand the expected data formats and loading processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.