How To Fix MDGBP050 - Industry number system &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Industry number system &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDGBP050 - Industry number system &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDGBP050 indicates that the industry number system specified in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of material master data or when dealing with industry-specific settings in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The industry number system that is being referenced in the transaction or process is not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The industry number system code entered may be incorrect or does not match any existing entries in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the industry number system may not have been properly transferred or set up in the new environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify if the industry number system is defined.
  You can check this in the following path: SPRO -> Logistics General -> Material Master -> Basic Settings -> Industry Sector -> Define Industry Sector.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Industry Number System:
  
  If the industry number system does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  If it exists but is not correctly set up, you may need to update the settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the industry number system in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that it matches the defined codes in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific industry number system you are working with to ensure you are using the correct codes and settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or MM03 (Display Material) to check the material master data and see if the industry number system is correctly assigned.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MDGBP050 error and implement a solution to resolve it.