How To Fix MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR027 - Failure generating Hierarchy Datasource &1 (Entity &2, Data Model &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR - Messages for Analytics Extractor

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Failure generating Hierarchy Datasource &1 (Entity &2, Data Model &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR027 - Failure generating Hierarchy Datasource &1 (Entity &2, Data Model &3) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR027 indicates a failure in generating a hierarchy datasource for a specific entity and data model in the Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error typically arises during the extraction process of hierarchical data, which is crucial for maintaining the integrity and structure of master data.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the hierarchy settings for the entity or data model.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or errors that prevent the hierarchy from being generated correctly.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the extraction may lack the necessary authorizations to access the required data or perform the operation.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the extraction logic itself.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Structure: The hierarchy structure defined in the system may not align with the data being processed, leading to failures in extraction.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the hierarchy in the MDG system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined for the entity and data model.
  Data Validation: Validate the data being processed to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors. This may involve checking for missing or incorrect entries in the hierarchy.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the extraction. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause of the failure.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your technical team to investigate any underlying technical issues that may be affecting the extraction process.
  Recreate Hierarchy: If the hierarchy structure is incorrect, you may need to recreate or adjust the hierarchy to align with the data model requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and SLG1 for log analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the hierarchy management and extraction processes better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.