How To Fix MDQ_BRFPLUS072 - Rule &1 is active but has no corresponding BRFplus artifact.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_BRFPLUS - Message class for Master Data Quality using BRFPlus

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Rule &1 is active but has no corresponding BRFplus artifact.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_BRFPLUS072 - Rule &1 is active but has no corresponding BRFplus artifact. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_BRFPLUS072 indicates that a rule in the Business Rule Framework plus (BRFplus) is active but does not have a corresponding artifact. This typically means that the rule is referencing an object that either does not exist or has been deleted or deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Artifact: The rule is pointing to a BRFplus artifact (like a decision table, function, or another rule) that has been deleted or is not properly defined.
  Inactive or Deleted Rule: The rule might have been deactivated or deleted in the BRFplus application, but the reference still exists in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the BRFplus artifacts were transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies if the transport did not include all necessary components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Rule: Go to the BRFplus workbench and check the specific rule mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly defined and active.
  Verify Artifacts: Ensure that all artifacts referenced by the rule are present and active. If any are missing, you may need to recreate or activate them.
  Recreate the Rule: If the rule is not needed, consider deleting it or recreating it with the correct references.
  Transport Consistency: If this issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary BRFplus artifacts were included in the transport request.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies that the rule may have on other rules or artifacts to ensure they are all intact.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRFplus for detailed information on managing rules and artifacts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to BRFplus.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex dependencies or transport issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the MDQ_BRFPLUS072 error message.