How To Fix MDG_ANLY_SOURCES708 - Scenario &1 and Entity Type &2 missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ANLY_SOURCES - Messages for MDG Analytics sources

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Scenario &1 and Entity Type &2 missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES708 - Scenario &1 and Entity Type &2 missing ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ANLY_SOURCES708 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to the configuration of data sources for a specific scenario and entity type. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified scenario and entity type, which is essential for processing the data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the data source configuration for the specified scenario (&1) and entity type (&2) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Scenario or Entity Type: The scenario or entity type being referenced may be incorrect or not properly set up in the MDG configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the configuration for the specified scenario and entity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the data source for the specified scenario and entity type is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant customizing settings are in place for the scenario and entity type in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Data Source:
  
  If the data source is missing, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the MDG customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for data source configuration and ensure that the scenario and entity type are properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and that there were no errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the MDG configuration and data sources.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG for any specific instructions or known issues regarding the scenario and entity type in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to find the configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for guidance on configuring data sources and scenarios.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MDG_ANLY_SOURCES708 error in your SAP system.