How To Fix MDG_DT_UI001 - Reading of the GTABKEY table was not successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_DT_UI - Messages related to the Configuration Workbench UI

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Reading of the GTABKEY table was not successful

What causes this issue?

The system cannot read the GTAB KEY table. An error is raised and the
process cannot proceed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings in the GTAB KEY table. For example, check the RFC
connection to the GTABKEY server.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_UI001 - Reading of the GTABKEY table was not successful ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_UI001 indicates that there was an issue reading the GTABKEY table, which is typically related to the Master Data Governance (MDG) component in SAP. This error can occur due to various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: There may be a problem with the database connection or the database itself, such as corruption or unavailability.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the GTABKEY table.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the MDG system can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If there were recent transports that included changes to the GTABKEY table or related configurations, they may not have been applied correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the GTABKEY table that prevent it from being read successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connection: Ensure that the database is up and running and that the connection settings in SAP are correct.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the GTABKEY table. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to MDG and the GTABKEY table. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Transport Management: If recent transports were made, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the GTABKEY table to identify any missing or corrupt entries. You may need to consult with your database administrator or SAP support for assistance with this.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the GTABKEY table structure and contents, or SE37 to check function modules related to MDG.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps related to the GTABKEY table.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the MDG_DT_UI001 error.