How To Fix MDGBP008 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RoleDefCat

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

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

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 role definition category.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

1. Check whether the differentiation type you need is assigned to the
role definition 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 MDGBP008 - DiffType for BP role BP2 must be the same as DiffType for RoleDefCat ?

  The SAP error message MDGBP008 indicates that there is a mismatch in the "DiffType" (Differentiation Type) for a Business Partner (BP) role. Specifically, it states that the Differentiation Type for the BP role (in this case, BP2) must match the Differentiation Type defined for the Role Definition Category (RoleDefCat).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The Business Partner role you are trying to assign or modify has a Differentiation Type that does not align with the Differentiation Type defined for the Role Definition Category.
  There may be a configuration issue where the roles are not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Role Definition Category:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Business Partner roles in SAP.
  Verify the Differentiation Type assigned to the Role Definition Category (RoleDefCat) that you are using.
  
  
  
  Check Business Partner Role:
  
  Review the Differentiation Type assigned to the specific Business Partner role (BP2) that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the Differentiation Type for BP2 matches the one defined in the Role Definition Category.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to either change the Differentiation Type of the Business Partner role or adjust the Role Definition Category to ensure they are consistent.
  This may involve working with your SAP configuration team or using transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the necessary configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to assign or modify the Business Partner role again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Differentiation Types: These are used in SAP to categorize Business Partners based on specific criteria. Common types include "General," "Customer," "Vendor," etc.
  Business Partner Roles: Each Business Partner can have multiple roles, and each role can have specific attributes and settings that need to be configured correctly.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP for Business Partner maintenance and SPRO for configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult SAP support or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.