How To Fix MDG_MDF221 - Unable to create the combination characteristic

MDG_MDF221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Unable to create the combination characteristic

What causes this issue?

The transport request includes information about combination
characteristic &v1& in the source system. The combination
characteristic does not exist in the target system and cannot be
created.

System Response

The information for characteristic &v1& will not be imported.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF221 - Unable to create the combination characteristic ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF221: Unable to create the combination characteristic typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with creating a combination of characteristics for a master data object. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Required Fields: The combination of characteristics you are trying to create may require certain mandatory fields that are not filled in.
  Invalid Characteristic Values: The values provided for the characteristics may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the characteristics in the system, such as incorrect settings in the data model or the data governance framework.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the combination of characteristics.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that