How To Fix UKM_DNB028 - No DUNS number maintained, dataimport impossible. Legal Entitiy is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UKM_DNB -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No DUNS number maintained, dataimport impossible. Legal Entitiy is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UKM_DNB028 - No DUNS number maintained, dataimport impossible. Legal Entitiy is &1 ?

  The SAP error message UKM_DNB028 indicates that there is no DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number maintained for a specific legal entity in the system. The DUNS number is a unique identifier for businesses and is often required for compliance and reporting purposes, especially in contexts involving credit checks or risk assessments.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The DUNS number is not entered or maintained in the master data for the specified legal entity.
  The system is attempting to perform a data import or operation that requires the DUNS number, but it cannot find it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant master data record for the legal entity indicated in the error message (replace &1 with the actual legal entity identifier).
  Ensure that the DUNS number is correctly entered in the appropriate field.
  
  
  
  Maintain DUNS Number:
  
  If the DUNS number is missing, you will need to obtain it from the relevant source (e.g., Dun & Bradstreet) and enter it into the system.
  You can usually do this through transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or VMDP (Vendor Master Data) depending on your configuration.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  After entering the DUNS number, validate the data to ensure that it is correctly formatted and meets any specific requirements set by your organization or SAP.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the DUNS number is maintained, re-attempt the data import or operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DUNS Number: A DUNS number is a unique nine-digit identifier for businesses, assigned by Dun & Bradstreet. It is widely used for business credit reporting and risk assessment.
  SAP Configuration: Ensure that your SAP system is configured to require DUNS numbers where necessary. This may involve settings in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) modules.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for maintaining business partner data, as there may be specific procedures to follow.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.