How To Fix MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL077 - Either data model or reuse area is invalid. 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: 077

• Message text: Either data model or reuse area is invalid. Enter valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL077 - Either data model or reuse area is invalid. Enter valid value ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_DATA_MODEL077 indicates that there is an issue with the data model or reuse area in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid data model or reuse area based on the values provided in the transaction or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Model: The data model specified in the configuration or transaction does not exist or is not correctly defined in the system.
  Invalid Reuse Area: The reuse area specified is either not defined or is not associated with the data model being used.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the data model or reuse area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified data model or reuse area.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect values entered in the fields related to the data model or reuse area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Model:
  
  Verify that the data model you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the MDG application.
  Ensure that the data model is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Reuse Area:
  
  Confirm that the reuse area specified is valid and associated with the data model you are using.
  Review the configuration for the reuse area to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings in the MDG customizing (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that all necessary settings for the data model and reuse area are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data model and reuse area. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the values entered in the fields related to the data model and reuse area for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and MDG_MAT for material master governance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.