How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE002 - If entity &1 is governed, then entity for table &2 must also be governed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE - Message class for governance scope check BAdI

• Message number: 002

• Message text: If entity &1 is governed, then entity for table &2 must also be governed

What causes this issue?

In data model &3, governance for an entity of table &2 is a
precondition to govern entity &1

System Response

These inconsistent settings cannot be saved

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE002 - If entity &1 is governed, then entity for table &2 must also be governed ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_GOV_SCOPE002 indicates that there is a governance issue related to the Master Data Governance (MDG) process in SAP. Specifically, it means that if a certain entity (e.g., a material) is governed, then another related entity (e.g., a classification or a related attribute) must also be governed according to the rules defined in your MDG configuration.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Governance Configuration: The governance configuration for the entities involved is not aligned. For example, if a material is set to be governed, but its related attributes or classifications are not set to be governed, this error will occur.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may not be correctly defined, leading to inconsistencies in how entities are governed.
  Missing Governance Settings: The related entity (table &2) may not have the necessary governance settings enabled in the MDG configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Governance Settings:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify the governance settings for both the entity in question (entity &1) and the related entity (table &2).
  Ensure that if entity &1 is governed, then entity &2 is also set to be governed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  Review the data model in the MDG configuration to ensure that the relationships between entities are correctly defined.
  If necessary, modify the data model to ensure that all related entities are governed appropriately.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If you find that the related entity (table &2) is not governed, you may need to update the configuration to include it in the governance process.
  This may involve enabling governance for that entity or adjusting the rules that dictate which entities must be governed together.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  Validate that the governance rules are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring governance for your entities.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Configuration: Understanding how to configure governance in SAP MDG is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the MDG customizing settings, especially those related to data models and governance rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on governance configurations.
  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 resolve the error and ensure that your governance settings are correctly configured in SAP MDG.