How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SP025 - Unexpected data type of characteristic &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SP - Message for MDG material SP

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Unexpected data type of characteristic &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP025 - Unexpected data type of characteristic &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SP025 with the description "Unexpected data type of characteristic &1" typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) for Material Management. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type of a characteristic and the actual data type being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic defined in the data model may have a different data type than what is being provided in the input data. For example, if a characteristic is defined as a numeric type but the input data is in a string format, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data model or the data governance process that lead to incorrect data type definitions.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the MDG process, they might not align with the expected data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model Configuration: Review the data model configuration in MDG to ensure that the characteristics are defined with the correct data types. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data model in the MDG configuration.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that the data being uploaded or processed matches the expected data types for each characteristic. This may involve checking the source of the data and ensuring it is formatted correctly.
  Adjust Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or ABAP code that processes the data, review and adjust it to ensure it handles the data types correctly.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the data is processed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG to understand the expected data types for various characteristics and how to configure them properly.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.