How To Fix MDG_DQR_GENERAL003 - ID '&1': Namespace '&2' is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_DQR_GENERAL - Messages of package MDG_DQR_GENERAL

• Message number: 003

• Message text: ID '&1': Namespace '&2' is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DQR_GENERAL003 - ID '&1': Namespace '&2' is not valid ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DQR_GENERAL003 with ID &1 and namespace &2 indicates that there is an issue with the namespace being used in the Data Quality Management (DQM) process within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when the specified namespace is not recognized or is invalid in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Namespace: The namespace specified in the error message does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the DQM settings or the MDG setup that lead to the system not recognizing the namespace.
  Data Quality Rules: If you are trying to apply data quality rules that reference a namespace that has not been properly set up, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If the namespace was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or configured in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Namespace Definition: Verify that the namespace specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant configuration settings in the MDG or DQM areas.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for DQM and ensure that all necessary namespaces are properly set up and activated.
  Correct Data Quality Rules: If you are using specific data quality rules, ensure that they reference valid namespaces. You may need to modify the rules to use the correct namespace.
  Transport Validation: If the namespace was transported, ensure that all related objects and configurations were also transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or manually configure the namespace.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and DQM for any specific guidelines or updates regarding namespaces.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Review the MDG configuration guide for details on setting up namespaces and DQM.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.