How To Fix MDG_CHANGE_POINTER011 - No object key for business object type &1 passed to method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_CHANGE_POINTER - MDG_BS_CHANGE_POINTER

• Message number: 011

• Message text: No object key for business object type &1 passed to method &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_CHANGE_POINTER011 - No object key for business object type &1 passed to method &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_CHANGE_POINTER011 indicates that there is no object key provided for a business object type when calling a specific method in the Master Data Governance (MDG) framework. This error typically occurs during the processing of change requests or when trying to access or manipulate business objects in MDG.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Object Key: The most common cause is that the object key (which uniquely identifies a business object) is not being passed to the method. This could happen if the key is not set in the change request or if there is an issue in the data flow.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the business object type in MDG, leading to the system not being able to retrieve the necessary object key.
  
  
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the MDG process, they might not be handling the object keys correctly.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from identifying the object key.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change Request Data: Ensure that the change request contains all necessary data, including the object key for the business object type in question. Verify that the object key is being populated correctly.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the business object type in MDG. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined and that the object key is properly configured.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP development environment, you can debug the method that is throwing the error. This will help you identify where the object key is expected and why it is not being passed.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the object keys. Look for any logic that might be inadvertently omitting the object key.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific business object type you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for detailed information on business object types and change request processing.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.