How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL024 - Data model name does not exist; enter data model header details first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Data model name does not exist; enter data model header details first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL024 - Data model name does not exist; enter data model header details first ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL024 indicates that the data model name you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a data model in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) without first defining the data model header details.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Model Header: The primary cause of this error is that the data model header has not been created or saved before you attempt to reference it.
  Incorrect Data Model Name: You may be trying to use a data model name that is misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or create data models.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create Data Model Header:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you can create a data model (e.g., using transaction code MDGIMG).
  Go to the section for defining data models.
  Create a new data model header by entering the required details (such as name, description, etc.).
  Save the data model header.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Model Name:
  
  Ensure that the data model name you are trying to use is correctly spelled and matches the name of the data model header you created.
  You can check existing data models in the system to confirm their names.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify data models. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Refresh the Session:
  
  After creating the data model header, refresh your session or log out and log back in to ensure that the changes are recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and MDG_MDM for data model management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance for detailed steps on creating and managing data models.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to data models in MDG.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify your data model in SAP MDG.