How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL029 - Storage and use type &1 is invalid for entity &2; enter a valid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Storage and use type &1 is invalid for entity &2; enter a valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL029 - Storage and use type &1 is invalid for entity &2; enter a valid value ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL029 indicates that there is an issue with the storage and use type for a specific entity in the Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unsupported combination of storage and use types for the specified entity.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The storage and use type specified for the entity does not match the allowed values defined in the system configuration.
  Data Model Issues: The data model for the entity may not be correctly set up, leading to invalid combinations of attributes.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not align with the standard configurations, causing this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The master data being processed may have missing or incorrect values that do not conform to the expected standards.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify the allowed storage and use types for the specific entity. Ensure that the value you are trying to enter is valid.
  You can access the configuration through transaction code MDGIMG and navigate to the relevant data model settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model for the entity is correctly defined and that the storage and use types are properly mapped.
  Check if there are any recent changes to the data model that might have introduced this issue.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  Review the data being entered for the entity. Ensure that the storage and use type is one of the valid options defined in the system.
  If you are using a custom application or interface to enter data, ensure that it is correctly validating the input against the allowed values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific entity and data model to understand the valid combinations of storage and use types.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the invalid value.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the details of the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide), MDG_MAINTAIN (MDG Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.