How To Fix MDG_ANLY_SOURCES501 - &1 is not defined in table DBCON. See transaction DBCO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANLY_SOURCES - Messages for MDG Analytics sources

• Message number: 501

• Message text: &1 is not defined in table DBCON. See transaction DBCO

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES501 - &1 is not defined in table DBCON. See transaction DBCO ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES501 indicates that a specific data source (in this case, represented by &1) is not defined in the database connection table DBCON. This error typically arises in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system is trying to access a data source that has not been properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Source Configuration: The data source you are trying to use is not defined in the DBCON table. This could happen if the data source was never set up or if it was deleted or modified incorrectly.
  Incorrect Connection Parameters: The connection parameters for the data source may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to find the specified source.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries in the DBCON table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check DBCON Table:
  
  Go to transaction DBCO in SAP.
  Look for the data source that is causing the error. If it is not listed, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Define the Data Source:
  
  If the data source is missing, you can create a new entry in the DBCON table.
  Ensure that you provide the correct connection parameters, including the database type, host, instance, and any necessary credentials.
  
  
  
  Verify Connection:
  
  After defining the data source, test the connection to ensure that it is working correctly.
  You can use the "Test Connection" feature in the DBCO transaction to verify that the connection is established successfully.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and DBCON for any specific requirements or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction DBCO: This transaction is used to manage database connections in SAP. You can view, create, and modify database connection entries here.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  MDG Configuration: Ensure that your MDG setup is complete and that all necessary configurations have been made for the data sources you intend to use.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES501 and ensure that your data source is properly defined in the DBCON table.