How To Fix MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR015 - Version Dependency of Datasource &1 and Entity Type &2 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR - Messages for Analytics Extractor

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Version Dependency of Datasource &1 and Entity Type &2 is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR015 - Version Dependency of Datasource &1 and Entity Type &2 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR015 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the version dependency of a datasource and an entity type in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This typically occurs when the data model or configuration for the entity type does not align with the expected versioning rules defined for the datasource.
  Cause:
  
  Versioning Mismatch: The datasource may be configured to expect a certain versioning behavior (e.g., whether it supports multiple versions of an entity) that does not match the configuration of the entity type.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration of the MDG data model, such as incorrect settings for versioning or entity type definitions.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or the datasource, it may lead to inconsistencies if not properly synchronized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of both the datasource and the entity type in the MDG system. Ensure that the versioning settings are consistent and correctly defined.
  
  Go to the MDG customizing settings and verify the versioning settings for the entity type.
  Check the datasource configuration to ensure it aligns with the entity type's versioning behavior.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or datasource, ensure that all related components are updated and synchronized. This may involve:
  
  Re-activating the data model.
  Re-generating the relevant objects in the MDG system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for MDG to understand the expected configurations for versioning and datasources. This can provide insights into what might be misconfigured.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and synchronizing changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Data Model: Understanding the structure and configuration of the MDG data model is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to entity types and datasources.
  Version Management in MDG: Familiarize yourself with how version management works in MDG, including how to configure and manage versions for different entity types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR015 error.