How To Fix MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE018 - Contact information for rule &1 is empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE - MDQ Data Exchange Message Class

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Contact information for rule &1 is empty.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE018 - Contact information for rule &1 is empty. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE018 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a master data rule in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG). Specifically, the error states that the contact information for a specific rule (denoted by &1) is empty. This typically means that the system is unable to find the necessary contact details associated with the rule, which can hinder data processing or validation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contact Information: The most common cause is that the contact information for the specified rule has not been maintained in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data governance settings or the specific rule setup.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from retrieving the contact information.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rule Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings for the master data rule in SAP MDG.
  Verify that the contact information (such as name, email, phone number) is correctly maintained for the rule in question.
  
  
  
  Maintain Contact Information:
  
  If the contact information is missing, you will need to enter the required details. This can usually be done in the customizing settings for MDG.
  Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model associated with the rule to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all necessary fields are included.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the rule again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining contact information for rules in MDG.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and maintaining the contact information, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for best practices on setting up and maintaining master data rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE018 and ensure that the necessary contact information is properly configured in your SAP system.