How To Fix MDGBP007 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDGBP - Master Data Governance: Business Partner specific messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat

What causes this issue?

If you want a semantic check for business partner 2 that references the
BP role, the same differentiation type must be assigned to this role as
is assigned to the relationship category.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

1. Check whether the differentiation type you need is assigned to the
relationship category.
2. Select only one BP role to which the same differentiation type is
assigned.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.CABP_BUPA_TB003>Define BP Roles</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDGBP007 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RelCat ?

  The SAP error message MDGBP007 indicates that there is a mismatch in the "DiffType" (Differentiation Type) for a Business Partner (BP) role and the Relationship Category (RelCat) in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or change a business partner and the differentiation types for the specified role and relationship category do not match.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Differentiation Types: The differentiation type for the business partner role (BP2) does not match the differentiation type defined for the relationship category (RelCat). Each business partner role and relationship category has specific differentiation types that must align for the system to process the data correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the differentiation types for the roles and relationship categories have not been set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry while creating or modifying the business partner or its relationships can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Business Partner roles and Relationship Categories in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the differentiation types for the BP role (BP2) and the relationship category (RelCat) are the same.
  You can access the configuration through transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the data you are trying to enter for the business partner and ensure that the differentiation types are correctly specified.
  If you are using a template or a data import tool, verify that the differentiation types are correctly populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on how differentiation types work in the context of business partners and relationships.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the creation or modification of the business partner again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Differentiation Types: These are used in SAP to distinguish between different types of business partners or relationships. They are crucial for ensuring that the system can manage and process data correctly.
  Business Partner Roles: Each business partner can have multiple roles (e.g., customer, vendor) and each role can have specific attributes and settings.
  Relationship Categories: These define the nature of the relationship between business partners and can include various types of relationships (e.g., parent-child, supplier-customer).
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.