How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL071 - Invalid data model, entity, or business object type: 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: 071

• Message text: Invalid data model, entity, or business object type: Enter a valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL071 - Invalid data model, entity, or business object type: Enter a valid value ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL071 indicates that there is an issue with the data model, entity, or business object type being used in the Master Data Governance (MDG) application. This error typically arises when the system cannot recognize the specified data model or entity, which can occur due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Data Model or Entity Name: The data model or entity name entered may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The data model or entity may not be properly configured in the MDG settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data model or entity.
  Transport Issues: If the data model or entity was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or may have errors.
  Versioning Issues: The system may be referencing an outdated version of the data model or entity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Data Model and Entity Names: Double-check the