How To Fix MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API015 - Error in entry for object &1, object name &2, mapping context &3 in xml

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API - Message class for Value Mapping API

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Error in entry for object &1, object name &2, mapping context &3 in xml

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API015 - Error in entry for object &1, object name &2, mapping context &3 in xml ?

  The SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API015 typically indicates that there is an issue with the value mapping configuration in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error occurs when there is an error in the entry for a specific object, which is identified by the parameters &1 (object), &2 (object name), and &3 (mapping context) in the XML data being processed.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Mapping Configuration: The value mapping configuration for the specified object may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Invalid XML Structure: The XML data being processed may not conform to the expected structure or may contain invalid values.
  Missing Entries: The mapping context may reference entries that do not exist in the value mapping table.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data types in the mapping configuration and the actual data being provided.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API015 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the value mapping configuration in the MDG system and verify that the mapping for the specified object and context is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all required entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Validate XML Structure:
  
  Review the XML data being processed to ensure it adheres to the expected structure and contains valid values.
  Use XML validation tools to check for any structural issues.
  
  
  
  Review Mapping Context:
  
  Ensure that the mapping context specified in the error message is correctly defined and that all referenced entries exist in the mapping table.
  
  
  
  Check Data Types:
  
  Verify that the data types in the mapping configuration match the data types of the values being processed in the XML.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to capture more detailed information about the error during processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to value mapping in MDG for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  MDG Value Mapping: This is a feature in SAP MDG that allows for the mapping of values between different systems or contexts, ensuring data consistency across various applications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and SE11 for data dictionary objects related to value mapping.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API015 error.