How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA004 - Error processing method &1 of the service provider object for node &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA - Message class for metadata provider

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error processing method &1 of the service provider object for node &2

What causes this issue?

An action handler method could not be processed. This may be due to
outdated metadata, buffered in the shared objects memory.

System Response

No handling for called action.

How to fix this error?

Clear the metadata buffer by running the report
MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA_INVALIDATE. Then restart your application.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA004 - Error processing method &1 of the service provider object for node &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA004 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with processing a method of a service provider object for a specific node. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the service provider itself.
  Cause
  
  Configuration Issues: The service provider or the method being called may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect values.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service or method.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the underlying database or network issues.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Verify the configuration of the service provider and ensure that the method being called is correctly set up.
  Check the relevant settings in the MDG configuration for the specific node.
  
  
  
  Review Data: 
  
  Inspect the data being processed for any inconsistencies or missing values. Ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Use transaction codes like MDG_MAT to check the material data and ensure it meets the expected format.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the method. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the method to identify the exact point of failure.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the service provider and the method being called.
  
  
  
  Check Logs: 
  
  Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any known issues related to the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDG_MAT, SLG1, SE80, and SE37.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA004 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the MDG_BS_MAT_METADATA004 error effectively.