How To Fix MDG_DT_UI008 - Possible duplicate assignment of business object type &1 to entity &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Possible duplicate assignment of business object type &1 to entity &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_UI008 - Possible duplicate assignment of business object type &1 to entity &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_UI008 indicates that there is a possible duplicate assignment of a business object type to an entity in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign a business object (like a material, vendor, or customer) to an entity that already has a similar assignment, which the system interprets as a potential duplication.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the business object you are trying to assign already exists in the system for the same entity type.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as multiple records that are considered duplicates based on the defined criteria.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in MDG might not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect duplicate checks.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the existing assignments for the entity in question. Look for any business objects that may already be assigned to it.
  Data Validation: Validate the data you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not match any existing records that could be causing the duplication error.
  Adjust Configuration: If you believe the error is due to a configuration issue, review the MDG configuration settings related to duplicate checks. You may need to adjust the criteria used for identifying duplicates.
  Use the MDG Duplicate Check: Utilize the MDG duplicate check functionality to identify and resolve any duplicates before attempting to assign the business object again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG for any specific guidelines or updates regarding this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings or MDG_MAT for material master data governance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.