How To Fix MDG_MDF036 - Unknown application: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Unknown application: &1

What causes this issue?

An application area (<LB><EX>AREAID</></>) is to undergo instantiation
for application &V1&. However, application &V1& does not yet exist.

System Response

An exception is generated.

How to fix this error?

If this error occurs in a customer system, the cause can probably be
traced back to a program error or to a modification made to the system
table <LB><EX>MDG_MDF0000</></>.
If the error occurs in an SAP-internal system, application &V1& first
needs to be created using the transaction <DS:TRAN.MDG_MDF_APPL>Define
Applications</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF036 - Unknown application: &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF036 "Unknown application: &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when the system is unable to recognize or find the specified application. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Application Name: The application name provided in the configuration or during the execution of a process may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Missing Configuration: The application may not be properly configured in the MDG system. This could include missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified application.
  Transport Issues: If the application was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to incomplete or missing configurations.
  System Version Mismatch: The application may not be available in the current version of the SAP system you are using.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Application Name: Check the application name for any typos or errors. Ensure that it matches the expected name in the system.
  Check Configuration: Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the application is correctly configured. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application. You may need to check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  Transport Check: If the application was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the relevant objects or manually configure them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or release notes for your version to ensure that the application is supported and correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide) to access configuration settings.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.