How To Fix MDC_LOAD026 - Setup of step to use "Own configuration" failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_LOAD - Load Messages

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Setup of step to use "Own configuration" failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_LOAD026 - Setup of step to use "Own configuration" failed ?

  The SAP error message MDC_LOAD026, which states "Setup of step to use 'Own configuration' failed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) or during the configuration of a system landscape in SAP HANA or SAP S/4HANA environments. This error indicates that there was an issue with the configuration step that was supposed to use a custom or "own" configuration.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The custom configuration might not be set up correctly, leading to failures in the setup process.
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters for the custom configuration may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the configuration may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the setup.
  System Compatibility: The version of the SAP system or the components involved may not be compatible with the custom configuration being applied.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as network problems, database issues, or other system errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
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