How To Fix MDG_ES_SEARCH020 - ES structure does not exist for entity &1 of data model &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: ES structure does not exist for entity &1 of data model &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ES_SEARCH020 - ES structure does not exist for entity &1 of data model &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ES_SEARCH020 indicates that the system is unable to find the ES (Entity Structure) for a specific entity in the specified data model. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to perform a search or access data related to a specific entity.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entity Structure: The most common cause is that the entity structure for the specified entity does not exist in the data model. This could happen if the entity was not properly defined or activated in the MDG configuration.
  Incorrect Data Model Configuration: The data model may not be correctly configured, leading to the absence of the required entity structure.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that caused the entity structure to not be included.
  Custom Development: If there are custom entities or modifications, they may not have been properly implemented or registered in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Entity Structure: Verify that the entity structure for the specified entity exists in the data model. You can do this by navigating to the MDG configuration and checking the data model settings.
  Activate the Entity: If the entity structure is missing, you may need to create or activate it in the MDG configuration. This can be done in the MDG customizing settings (transaction code MDGIMG).
  Review Data Model Configuration: Ensure that the data model is correctly configured and that all necessary entities are included. You can check this in the MDG data model configuration.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Custom Development Review: If there are custom entities, ensure that they are properly defined and that their structures are correctly implemented in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary objects, and SE80 for development objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG to understand the configuration and setup of data models and entity structures.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP MDG expert for further assistance.