How To Fix MDG_GN020 - The catalog entries are inconsistent for object &1/&2 - system error


MDG_GN020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MDG_GN - Messages from the Generator

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: The catalog entries are inconsistent for object &1/&2 - system error

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_GN020 - The catalog entries are inconsistent for object &1/&2 - system error ?
    The SAP error message MDG_GN020 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the catalog entries for a specific object in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically arises when there are discrepancies in the data that prevent the system from processing the object correctly.
    
    Cause: Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is that the catalog entries for the specified object (e.g., material, vendor, customer) are not aligned or are missing. This can happen due to incomplete data uploads, manual data entry errors, or issues during data replication.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the MDG system or the underlying data model that lead to inconsistencies. Database Issues: Corruption or issues in the database tables that store catalog entries can also lead to this error. Transport Issues: If there have been recent transports of changes to the system, they may not have been applied correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
    Solution: Check Data

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