How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL054 - &1 was created in another software layer; no delete authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 054

• Message text: &1 was created in another software layer; no delete authorization

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL054 - &1 was created in another software layer; no delete authorization ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL054 indicates that you are trying to delete a data model entity (like a master data record) that was created in a different software layer, and you do not have the necessary authorization to delete it. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  Cause:
  
  Different Software Layer: The entity you are trying to delete was created in a different layer (e.g., a different client, system, or application) than the one you are currently working in.
  Authorization Issues: Your user role does not have the required permissions to delete the specific entity. This could be due to missing authorizations in the role assigned to your user profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Software Layer:
  
  Verify the software layer in which the data was created. You may need to check if the data exists in a different client or system.
  If the data was created in a different environment, you may need to access that environment to perform the deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Review your user roles and authorizations. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete the specific type of data you are working with.
  You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to grant you the appropriate authorizations.
  
  
  
  Data Governance Process:
  
  If you are working within a governance process, ensure that you follow the correct procedures for data deletion. There may be workflows or approvals required before you can delete certain records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system logs or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to MDG and data management, such as MDGIMG, MDG_MAT, or others relevant to your data model.
  User Roles: Understand the role-based access control in SAP and how it affects your ability to perform certain actions within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.