How To Fix MDG_ID_MATCH_UI_BS005 - Local system ID could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_ID_MATCH_UI_BS - Message Class for ID MATCHING UI

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Local system ID could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The key mapping Application Programming Interface (API) cannot determine
the local business system ID.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Complete one of the following tasks:
Maintain your local system in your System Landscape Directory (SLD)
Apply an alternative implementation of
<DS:SIMG.MDG_IDM_GET_LCL_SYSTEM>BAdi: Determination of Local System Name
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Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_UI_BS005 - Local system ID could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message MDG_ID_MATCH_UI_BS005 ("Local system ID could not be determined") typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system is unable to identify the local system ID for the current session or transaction. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the local system ID. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the MDG configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or perform the operation.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or connectivity issues between systems.
  Missing System ID: The local system ID may not be defined in the relevant configuration tables or may not be correctly set up in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the MDG system. Ensure that the local system ID is correctly defined in the relevant configuration tables (e.g., MDG_MDS).
  Check the settings in transaction MDGIMG to ensure that the system is set up correctly for the relevant data model.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action that triggered the error. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team. They can help diagnose any underlying technical issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific notes addressing this error or providing patches or updates that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing in Different Environments:
  
  If possible, test the same operation in a different environment (e.g., development or quality assurance) to see if the issue is specific to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG, SLG1, and PFCG for configuration and authorization checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, consider escalating the issue to SAP support for further assistance.