How To Fix MDG_GW_SEARCH003 - Data type not found for the attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_GW_SEARCH -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data type not found for the attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_GW_SEARCH003 - Data type not found for the attribute ?

  The SAP error message MDG_GW_SEARCH003: Data type not found for the attribute typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the data model or the configuration of the search functionality. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid data type for a specific attribute that is being referenced in a search operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Type Definition: The attribute in question may not have a corresponding data type defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The search configuration might be incorrectly set up, leading to references to non-existent or incorrectly defined attributes.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the data type definitions were not included or were not transported correctly.
  Inconsistent Data Model: Changes in the data model that have not been properly reflected in the search configuration can lead to this error.
  Custom Attributes: If custom attributes are used, they may not have been properly defined or activated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Type Definitions:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and verify that the data type for the attribute exists and is correctly defined.
  If the data type is missing, you may need to create it or correct the reference in the data model.
  
  
  
  Review Search Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the MDG configuration settings and check the search configuration for the relevant data model.
  Ensure that all attributes referenced in the search are correctly defined and have valid data types.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects or manually adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Activate Data Model:
  
  If changes were made to the data model, ensure that the data model is activated. You can do this in the MDG configuration under the relevant data model settings.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Development:
  
  If the attribute is custom, ensure that it has been properly defined in the relevant ABAP classes and that all necessary enhancements are in place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Launchpad.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Refer to the MDG configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up data models and search configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.