How To Fix MDG_ANLY_SOURCES036 - Business object type is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANLY_SOURCES - Messages for MDG Analytics sources

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Business object type is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES036 - Business object type is initial ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES036 indicates that the business object type is initial, which typically means that the system is unable to determine the appropriate business object type for the operation you are trying to perform in the Master Data Governance (MDG) environment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The business object type may not be properly configured in the MDG system.
  Incorrect Data: The data being processed may not have the necessary attributes or may be incomplete, leading to the system not being able to identify the business object type.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom enhancements or developments, they may not be correctly implemented or may be causing conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration or custom objects were transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and ensure that the business object type is correctly defined and activated.
  Verify that all necessary settings for the business object type are in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it contains all required fields and attributes.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to the business object type being unrecognized.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to the business object type, review the code for errors or misconfigurations.
  Ensure that any enhancements are compatible with the standard MDG processes.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business object type you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the process to identify where the business object type is being set or checked.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for detailed information on business object types and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.