How To Fix MDG_TR038 - Import table &1: Key &2 contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_TR - MDG: Transport Tool

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Import table &1: Key &2 contains errors

What causes this issue?

The import must be terminated for table &V1&, as key &V2& contains
errors.
The object in question is &V3& (&V4&)

System Response

Import post-processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Use transaction <DS:TRAN.MDG_TR_DISPLAY><LB><EX>MDG_TR_DISPLAY</></></>
to check the key for the above-mentioned object in the current order.

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_TR038 - Import table &1: Key &2 contains errors ?

  The SAP error message MDG_TR038, which states "Import table &1: Key &2 contains errors," typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when there are issues with the data being imported into a specific table. This error indicates that there are problems with the key fields of the data being processed, which prevents the successful import of the data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Key Values: The key value specified in the import does not exist in the target table or is not valid.
  Data Format Issues: The format of the key value may not match the expected format (e.g., incorrect length, data type).
  Missing Required Fields: Required fields associated with the key may be missing or incorrectly populated.
  Duplicate Keys: There may be duplicate key entries in the data being imported, which violates the uniqueness constraint.
  Referential Integrity Violations: The key may reference another table or entity that does not exist or is not valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Key Values: Verify that the key values being imported are correct and exist in the target table. Ensure that they match the expected format and data type.
  Validate Data: Use data validation tools or scripts to check for any inconsistencies or errors in the data being imported.
  Review Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields for the key are populated correctly in the import data.
  Eliminate Duplicates: Check for and remove any duplicate key entries in the data set before attempting the import again.
  Referential Integrity: Ensure that all referenced entities exist and are valid. If the key references another table, make sure that the corresponding entries are present.
  Use Error Logs: Check the error logs or detailed error messages provided by SAP to get more context on the specific issues with the key.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG or SE11 to view the structure of the relevant tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the MDG error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance for best practices on data import and management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the MDG_TR038 error message.