How To Fix MDG_OIF202 - Data model &1 is not active or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_OIF - Message Class for Outbound Interface

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Data model &1 is not active or does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_OIF202 - Data model &1 is not active or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message MDG_OIF202 indicates that the data model specified in the error message is either not active or does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to access or work with a data model that is not properly configured.
  Causes:
  
  Data Model Not Active: The specified data model may not be activated in the system. In SAP MDG, data models need to be activated before they can be used.
  Data Model Does Not Exist: The data model might not have been created or could have been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the data model is not correctly linked to the relevant application or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Model Activation:
  
  Go to the SAP MDG configuration transaction (usually SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for data model configuration.
  Verify if the data model in question is listed and check its activation status. If it is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Model Existence:
  
  Use transaction MDGIMG to check if the data model exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup if it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data model is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate application.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the configuration that might prevent the data model from being recognized.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the data model.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data model you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation related to SAP MDG to ensure that the data model is being used correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.