How To Fix MDG_TR028 - No text table defined for application &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_TR - MDG: Transport Tool

• Message number: 028

• Message text: No text table defined for application &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_TR028 - No text table defined for application &1 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_TR028 indicates that there is no text table defined for the specified application in the Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or display text information for a specific application, but it cannot find the corresponding text table.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Table Definition: The most common cause is that the text table for the specified application has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG settings that prevent the text table from being recognized.
  Custom Development: If there has been custom development or modifications, it might have inadvertently affected the text table definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Table Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the MDG application.
  Ensure that the text table is defined for the application in question. This can usually be done in the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) under the MDG configuration.
  
  
  
  Define the Text Table:
  
  If the text table is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This involves defining the text table in the data model and ensuring it is linked to the relevant application.
  You can use transaction MDGIMG to navigate to the relevant configuration area and define the text table.
  
  
  
  Review Application Settings:
  
  Check the application settings to ensure that the application is correctly configured to use the text table.
  Verify that the application is set up to handle texts and that the necessary fields are included in the data model.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they have been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed for configuration.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to find the text table.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  MDG Documentation: Refer to the official SAP MDG documentation for detailed instructions on configuring text tables and applications.
  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_TR028 error and ensure that the text table is properly defined for the application in question.