How To Fix MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR028 - Failure generating Attribute 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: 028

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR028 - Failure generating Attribute Datasource &1 (Entity &2, Data Model &3) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANL_EXTRACTOR028 indicates a failure in generating an attribute datasource for a specific entity and data model in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises during the data extraction process when the system encounters issues related to the configuration or data model.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The data model or entity may not be properly configured in the MDG system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the data model configuration.
  Data Model Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model that prevent the successful generation of the attribute datasource.
  Missing Attributes: Required attributes for the entity may be missing or not properly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the extraction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data or perform the extraction.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the underlying data structures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the data model and the specific entity in the MDG system. Ensure that all required settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Data Model: Use transaction codes like MDGIMG to validate the data model and check for any inconsistencies or errors.
  Review Attributes: Ensure that all necessary attributes for the entity are defined and correctly configured. Check for any missing or incorrectly defined attributes.
  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.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context on the failure.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal technical team for further assistance. They may need to analyze the system logs or perform deeper troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration, SLG1 for logs, and SE11 for data dictionary checks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes related to MDG and data extraction.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the configuration and data extraction processes better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.