How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL016 - Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy or hierarchies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL - Messages for the Configuration Workbench Model Access API

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy or hierarchies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL016 - Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy or hierarchies ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL016 ("Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy or hierarchies") typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the data model configuration for a hierarchy. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid data model associated with the hierarchy you are trying to work with.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Model Configuration: The data model for the hierarchy may not be defined or configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Assignment: The hierarchy you are trying to use may not be linked to a valid data model.
  Data Model Deactivation: The data model might be deactivated or not available for the current context.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the data model or hierarchy.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP MDG and verify that the data model for the hierarchy is