How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL020 - Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy relationship or relationships

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL020 - Enter a valid data model for the hierarchy relationship or relationships ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL020 typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the data model configuration, particularly related to hierarchy relationships. This error indicates that the system expects a valid data model for the hierarchy relationship, but it has not been provided or is incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Model: The data model specified for the hierarchy relationship is either not defined or is not valid in the context of the operation being performed.
  Missing Configuration: The hierarchy relationship may not be properly configured in the MDG settings.
  Incorrect Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy type being used may not match the expected type for the data model.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the required data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the data model for the hierarchy relationship is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the hierarchy relationship is linked