How To Fix MDG_MDF202 - Characteristic &1 has no sub-structure &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Characteristic &1 has no sub-structure &2

What causes this issue?

Table content that belongs to the table with structure &V1& has been
imported for characteristic &V2&. However, this table does not exist in
this system (the target system) and this table cannot be created.
This usually happens when the data basis has not yet been transported or
when the characteristic in the source system is registered with other
roles in other data bases.
This also can be caused by a system error or when the source and target
systems have different Releases or Support Package levels.

System Response

Table content will not be imported.

How to fix this error?

Check whether all relevant data bases that contain characteristic &V1&
have been transported to the target system.
Do the transport where necessary.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF202 - Characteristic &1 has no sub-structure &2 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF202 indicates that a characteristic in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system is referencing a sub-structure that does not exist or is not defined correctly. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use a characteristic that is expected to have a sub-structure, but the sub-structure is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sub-Structure: The sub-structure that the characteristic is supposed to reference has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic may be incorrectly configured to point to a non-existent or incorrectly named sub-structure.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model where the characteristic and its sub-structure are defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sub-Structure Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant data model in the MDG configuration.
  Verify that the sub-structure referenced by the characteristic exists and is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Configuration:
  
  If the sub-structure is missing, create it according to the requirements of your data model.
  If it exists but is incorrectly referenced, update the characteristic to point to the correct sub-structure.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model is correctly set up and that all characteristics and sub-structures are properly linked.
  Check for any recent changes in the data model that might have led to this inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to MDG and the specific data model you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Refer to the MDG configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up characteristics and sub-structures.
  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 resolve the MDG_MDF202 error and ensure that your characteristics and sub-structures are correctly configured in your SAP MDG system.