How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL072 - Invalid data model or entity: Enter a vaild 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: 072

• Message text: Invalid data model or entity: Enter a vaild value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL072 - Invalid data model or entity: Enter a vaild value ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL072 indicates that there is an issue with the data model or entity being referenced in your Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid data model or entity based on the input provided.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Data Model or Entity: The most common cause is that the data model or entity you are trying to use does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG settings that prevent the system from recognizing the specified data model or entity.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data model or entity.
  Typographical Errors: There could be a simple typo in the data model or entity name being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Data Model/Entity:
  
  Check the spelling and ensure that the data model or entity name is correct.
  Use transaction codes like MDGIMG to navigate to the relevant configuration and verify that the data model or entity exists.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data model is properly configured in the MDG system. This includes checking the settings in the MDG customizing (IMG) to ensure that the data model is active and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data model or entity. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific data model or entity you are working with. This can provide insights into any prerequisites or configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and SLG1 for logs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDG and the specific error message for any known issues or patches.
  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 and resolve the issue related to the MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL072 error message.