How To Fix DMC_GENERAL490 - Entity name &1 is invalid

DMC_GENERAL490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_GENERAL - MWB: General Messages

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Entity name &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_GENERAL490 - Entity name &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message DMC_GENERAL490, which states "Entity name &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Management or SAP Data Intelligence. This error indicates that the entity name specified in your operation is not recognized or is invalid for some reason.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The entity name may have been misspelled or incorrectly formatted.
  Non-Existent Entity: The entity you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Context: The entity name may be valid but is being used in an incorrect context or operation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified entity.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data model or the data management system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entity Name: Verify that the entity name is spelled correctly and follows the required naming conventions.
  Confirm Existence: Ensure that the entity you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You