How To Fix COM_PR_MDCHECK097 - COMC_SETTYP_ATTR: Set type with GUID &1 has description &2, not &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PR_MDCHECK - Consistency Checks for Product Master Data

• Message number: 097

• Message text: COMC_SETTYP_ATTR: Set type with GUID &1 has description &2, not &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK097 - COMC_SETTYP_ATTR: Set type with GUID &1 has description &2, not &3 ?

  The SAP error message COM_PR_MDCHECK097 indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected description of a set type in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the set type with a specific GUID has a description that does not match the expected description.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Management (MDM) or when working with set types in SAP. The possible causes include:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The set type might have been modified or incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the expected and actual descriptions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the set types in the system, such as incorrect settings or missing entries.
  Transport Issues: If the set type was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the description to be incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Set Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the set type in question.
  Verify that the description matches the expected value. If it does not, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done using transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 to check database tables.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Set Type:
  
  If the set type is corrupted or cannot be fixed, consider recreating it. Make sure to back up any necessary data before doing this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific set type and error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific set type for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the COM_PR_MDCHECK097 error message.