How To Fix MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE160 - The BRFplus mapping is missing for rule &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE - MDQ Data Exchange Message Class

• Message number: 160

• Message text: The BRFplus mapping is missing for rule &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE160 - The BRFplus mapping is missing for rule &1. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_DATA_EXCHANGE160 indicates that there is a missing BRFplus (Business Rule Framework plus) mapping for a specific rule in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) or data exchange processes. This error typically arises when the system is trying to execute a rule that has not been properly defined or mapped in BRFplus.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The specific rule referenced by &1 does not have a corresponding mapping in the BRFplus configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the BRFplus application, such as missing or incorrectly defined rules.
  Transport Issues: If the BRFplus rules were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included all necessary components.
  Versioning: The version of the BRFplus rules may not match the version expected by the MDG application.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BRFplus Configuration:
  
  Go to the BRFplus workbench (transaction code BRF+).
  Verify that the rule referenced in the error message is defined and properly configured.
  Ensure that the mapping for the rule exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Mapping:
  
  If the mapping is missing, create a new mapping for the rule in BRFplus.
  If the mapping exists but is incorrect, update it to ensure it aligns with the expected logic.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary BRFplus objects were included in the transport request.
  If needed, re-transport the missing components.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Use the BRFplus simulation feature to validate the rule logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to BRFplus and MDG for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on how to configure and manage BRFplus rules. This can be found in the SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.