How To Fix MDGBP048 - Standard industry number system &1 must not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Standard industry number system &1 must not be deleted

What causes this issue?

Industry number system &V1& is the standard system. You must not delete
this.

System Response

Information; system &V1& is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Before you delete, flag a different industry number system as being the
standard.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDGBP048 - Standard industry number system &1 must not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message MDGBP048 indicates that a standard industry number system (SINS) is being attempted to be deleted, but the system does not allow this action. This typically occurs in the context of managing industry classifications or standards within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  An attempt is made to delete a standard industry number system that is still in use or referenced by other objects in the system.
  The industry number system is marked as essential or mandatory for certain processes or configurations.
  There may be existing data or configurations that depend on the industry number system, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any existing references to the industry number system you are trying to delete. This can include:
  
  Material master records
  Vendor or customer records
  Any other configurations that might be linked to the industry number system.
  
  
  
  Remove References: If you find any dependencies, you will need to remove or update those references before attempting to delete the industry number system again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to industry number systems to understand the implications of deleting a SINS and ensure that it is safe to do so.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like OMDN for maintaining industry number systems) to check the status and details of the industry number system.
  
  
  Seek Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the industry number system. Sometimes, restrictions are in place based on user roles.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration of your SAP environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to industry number systems, such as OMDN (Maintain Industry Number Systems).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on managing industry number systems and their implications in your business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.