How To Fix MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG012 - Enter a value for the Data Model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG - MDG Analytical CDS Configuration

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Enter a value for the Data Model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG012 - Enter a value for the Data Model ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANA_CONF_MSG012 indicates that a value for the Data Model is required but has not been provided. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to configure or execute a process that requires a specific data model to be specified.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Data Model Selection: The user has not selected or entered a data model in the relevant configuration or transaction screen.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system configuration may not have the necessary data models defined or activated.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required data model in the input fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Data Model:
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the field that requires the Data Model input.
  Enter a valid data model value. This could be a specific data model ID or name that is relevant to your business process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data models you intend to use are properly configured in the system.
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the data models are defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and select the data model.
  Check if there are any role restrictions that might prevent the user from seeing or selecting the data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to MDG for guidance on the specific data models available and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Models in MDG: Data models in SAP MDG define the structure and rules for master data management. Each data model can have different attributes and processes associated with it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in MDG, such as MDGIMG for configuration and MDG_MAT for material master data governance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address issues related to data models in MDG.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter a value for the Data Model in your SAP MDG environment.