How To Fix MDQ_BRFPLUS085 - An error occured when retrieving a data element in BRFplus.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 085

• Message text: An error occured when retrieving a data element in BRFplus.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_BRFPLUS085 - An error occured when retrieving a data element in BRFplus. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_BRFPLUS085 indicates that there was an issue when retrieving a data element in BRFplus (Business Rule Framework plus). This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving it.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Data Element: The data element that the BRFplus rule is trying to access may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BRFplus rule may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data element.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the BRFplus application or the ruleset that is causing the error.
  Transport Issues: If the BRFplus application was transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects in the target system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the data element being accessed may not match the expected type in the BRFplus rule.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Element Existence: Verify that the data element exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data dictionary (SE11) and checking for the data element.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data element. You may need to check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration of the BRFplus application and the specific ruleset to ensure that everything is set up correctly. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the rules.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the configuration in the target system.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the data elements being used in the BRFplus rules match the expected types. If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the data types accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for BRFplus for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.