How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL073 - Invalid data model, entity, or hierarchy: Enter 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: 073

• Message text: Invalid data model, entity, or hierarchy: Enter valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL073 - Invalid data model, entity, or hierarchy: Enter valid value ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL073 indicates that there is an issue with the data model, entity, or hierarchy being referenced in your Master Data Governance (MDG) configuration or transaction. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid entry for the specified data model, entity, or hierarchy.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Model: The data model you are trying to use may not be defined or activated in the system.
  Incorrect Entity: The entity you are referencing may not exist or may not be correctly configured within the specified data model.
  Hierarchy Issues: If you are working with hierarchies, the specified hierarchy may not be valid or may not be properly set up.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the specified data model or entity can also lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration errors in the MDG setup that prevent the system from recognizing the data model or entity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the data model you are trying to use is correctly defined and activated.
  Ensure that the entity you are referencing is part of the data model.
  
  
  
  Validate Entity and Hierarchy:
  
  Check if the entity exists in the system and is correctly configured.
  If you are using hierarchies, ensure that the hierarchy is valid and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data model and entity. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the data model, entity, or hierarchy names being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the data model and entities you are working with.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and MDG_MAT for material master data governance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  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 cause of the MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL073 error in your SAP system.