How To Fix CM_MDG_CDS_ASSEMBLER004 - Invalid source type found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_MDG_CDS_ASSEMBLER -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid source type found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_MDG_CDS_ASSEMBLER004 - Invalid source type found. ?

  The SAP error message CM_MDG_CDS_ASSEMBLER004: Invalid source type found typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the configuration of the data source or the data model being used. This error indicates that the system has encountered a source type that it does not recognize or that is not properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The source type defined in the data model may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Missing or Inactive Source Type: The source type might be missing from the system or may have been deactivated.
  Data Model Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data model configuration that lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the source type is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the source type is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Check the data model associated with the error. Ensure that all source types referenced in the model are valid and correctly configured.
  If necessary, adjust the data model to remove or replace the invalid source type.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all necessary objects related to the source type were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to identify where the invalid source type is being referenced.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with details about the error, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for best practices on configuring data sources and data models.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CM_MDG_CDS_ASSEMBLER004 error in your SAP MDG environment.