How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_UNIT_TEST051 - Create Data Reference does not know entity &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_UNIT_TEST -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Create Data Reference does not know entity &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_UNIT_TEST051 - Create Data Reference does not know entity &1 ?

  The SAP error message "MDG_BS_BP_UNIT_TEST051 Create Data Reference does not know entity &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to the entity type being referenced in a business process or unit test. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Unknown Entity Type: The entity type specified in the error message (&1) is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, or the entity may not be defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The MDG configuration may not include the entity type, or it may not be properly set up in the MDG framework.
  Missing Data Model: The data model that includes the entity type may not be activated or may be incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the system is newly upgraded or transported, the necessary configurations or entities may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Entity Definition: Verify that the entity type mentioned in the error message is correctly defined in the MDG data model. You can do this by navigating to the MDG data model configuration.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the entity type is complete and correctly set up. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the MDG application.
  Activate Data Model: If the data model is not activated, activate it in the MDG configuration. This can usually be done in the MDG customizing transaction.
  Check for Typos: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the entity name being referenced in the unit test or business process.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported successfully. If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the relevant objects.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to MDG and the specific entity type for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for MDG to understand the configuration and setup of entities.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or SAP support for additional insights or similar issues faced by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant context.