How To Fix MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG014 - Full import has not been run for this connected system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG - Message class for Purchasing Reference Data Extraction

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Full import has not been run for this connected system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG014 - Full import has not been run for this connected system. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG014 indicates that a full import has not been executed for the connected system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or when dealing with external systems that are integrated with SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data Synchronization: The error suggests that the necessary data synchronization between the SAP system and the connected external system has not been completed. This could be due to a failure in the initial setup or configuration.
  Missing Full Import: A full import is required to ensure that all relevant data is available in the connected system. If this import has not been executed, the system will not have the necessary data to function correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system or the connected system that prevent the full import from being executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Execute Full Import: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., transaction code SLG1 for logging or SMQ1 for queue monitoring) to check for any errors related to the import process.
  Perform a full import for the connected system. This can typically be done through the relevant integration or middleware tool (like SAP PI/PO, if applicable) or directly in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the import job is scheduled and executed successfully.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the connected system to ensure that they are correctly set up for data synchronization.
  Verify that the necessary RFC connections and logical systems are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Monitor Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the full import has not been executed.
  Look for any issues in the queue monitoring transactions (SMQ1 for outbound queues and SMQ2 for inbound queues) to identify any stuck messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Integration Scenarios: This error is often encountered in scenarios involving integration with external systems, such as third-party suppliers or other SAP systems.
  Data Consistency: Ensuring data consistency between systems is crucial for the proper functioning of business processes, especially in procurement and supply chain management.
  Regular Maintenance: Regularly scheduled imports and data synchronization tasks should be part of system maintenance to prevent such issues from arising.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_GF_EXT_MSG014 error and ensure that the full import is successfully executed for the connected system.