How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT174 - Maintenance Event &1 not found, or of wrong type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Maintenance Event &1 not found, or of wrong type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT174 - Maintenance Event &1 not found, or of wrong type ?

  The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT174 indicates that a maintenance event specified in your operation is either not found or is of the wrong type. This error typically occurs in the context of Data Management and Data Consistency in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with Master Data Management (MDM) or Data Migration Cockpit (DMC).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Event ID: The maintenance event ID you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Wrong Event Type: The event ID exists but is not of the expected type for the operation you are performing.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the event.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified maintenance event.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings related to the maintenance events.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Event ID: Check the event ID you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where maintenance events are stored.
  Check Event Type: Ensure that the event ID corresponds to the correct type expected by the operation you are performing. Review the documentation or configuration settings to confirm the expected types.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any available consistency checks or validation tools in SAP to identify and resolve data inconsistencies.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access and manipulate the maintenance event.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to maintenance events in your SAP system. This may involve reviewing customizing settings or consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Master Data Management and Data Migration, such as DMC, MDM, or others relevant to your specific use case.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.