How To Fix MDG_ES_SEARCH005 - Several active data models exist for object type code &1

MDG_ES_SEARCH005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ES_SEARCH - Messages for Enterprise Search Enablement of MDG

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Several active data models exist for object type code &1

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MDG_ES_SEARCH005 - Details

• The SAP error message MDG_ES_SEARCH005 indicates that there are multiple active data models for a specific object type in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This situation can lead to confusion in data processing and searching, as the system does not know which data model to use.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There are multiple active data models defined for the same object type (e.g., Business Partner, Material, etc.) in the MDG configuration.
  The system is unable to determine which data model to apply for the search or processing operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Data Models:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration (transaction code MDGIMG).
  Navigate to the relevant section for data model configuration.
  Identify the object type that is causing the issue and check the list of active data models.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Unnecessary Data Models:
  
  If you find multiple active data models for the same object type, determine which one is necessary for your business