How To Fix MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API031 - Outbound mapping failed for &1, value &2 (target list &3, agency &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Outbound mapping failed for &1, value &2 (target list &3, agency &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API031 - Outbound mapping failed for &1, value &2 (target list &3, agency &4) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API031 indicates that there was a failure in the outbound mapping process for a specific value in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to find a corresponding target value for a given source value during the mapping process.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Mapping Entries: The target value for the specified source value does not exist in the mapping table. This can happen if the mapping has not been properly configured or if the data has changed.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The mapping configuration may be incorrect, leading to mismatches between source and target values.
  
  
  Data Quality Issues: The source value may contain unexpected characters or formats that prevent successful mapping.
  
  
  Agency Issues: The agency specified in the error message may not be correctly set up or may not have the necessary mappings defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant mapping configuration in the MDG system.
  Verify that the mapping entries for the specified source value exist and are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Mappings:
  
  If the target value is missing, you may need to create a new mapping entry for the source value in the mapping table.
  
  
  
  Review Data Quality:
  
  Check the source value for any inconsistencies or formatting issues that may prevent successful mapping.
  Cleanse the data if necessary.
  
  
  
  Verify Agency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the agency specified in the error message is correctly configured and that it has the necessary mappings defined.
  
  
  
  Test the Mapping:
  
  After making changes, test the mapping process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to value mapping in MDG for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the MDG configuration for value mapping, as it can vary based on the specific implementation and version of SAP you are using.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.