How To Fix MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS007 - Object identifier type is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS - Messages belonging to Key Mapping

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Object identifier type is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS007 - Object identifier type is missing ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_API_BS007 indicates that there is a missing object identifier type in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) processes. This error typically arises when the system expects an identifier type (such as a business partner, material, or customer) to be provided, but it is either not supplied or is incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The object identifier type may not be configured correctly in the MDG settings.
  Data Input Issues: The data being processed may not include the necessary identifier type, leading to the error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or developments, they may not be handling the identifier types correctly.
  Integration Issues: If the MDG system is integrated with other systems, there may be issues in the data transfer that result in missing identifiers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and ensure that the object identifier types are correctly defined and activated.
  Verify that the relevant data models and data governance processes are set up to include the necessary identifier types.
  
  
  
  Review Data Input:
  
  Ensure that the data being submitted to the MDG process includes all required fields, including the object identifier type.
  Validate the data format and completeness before submission.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the object identifier types.
  Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE37 to analyze the custom logic.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  If the MDG system is integrated with other systems (like SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, etc.), check the integration settings and mappings to ensure that the identifier types are being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific object types you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the MDG processes function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like MDGIMG for configuration, MDG_MAT for material governance, or MDG_BP for business partner governance.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP Community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.