How To Fix MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API034 - Inbound mapping failed for &1, list &2, agency &3, list version &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Inbound mapping failed for &1, list &2, agency &3, list version &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API034 - Inbound mapping failed for &1, list &2, agency &3, list version &4 ?

  The SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API034 indicates that there was a failure in the inbound mapping process for a specific value mapping entry. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to map values from an external system to the internal value mapping tables in SAP.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Mapping Entries: The value mapping entry that you are trying to use does not exist in the specified list or agency.
  Incorrect List or Agency: The list or agency specified in the mapping request may be incorrect or not properly configured in the system.
  Version Issues: The list version specified may not be active or may not exist.
  Data Format Issues: The data being sent for mapping may not conform to the expected format or structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process attempting the mapping may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified list or agency.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Mapping Entries:
  
  Verify that the value mapping entry exists for the specified list, agency, and version. You can do this by checking the value mapping configuration in the SAP MDG application.
  
  
  
  Validate List and Agency:
  
  Ensure that the list and agency specified in the error message are correct. Check the configuration settings in the MDG system to confirm that they are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Check List Version:
  
  Make sure that the list version you are using is active and available for mapping. If it is not active, you may need to activate it or use a different version.
  
  
  
  Review Data Format:
  
  Ensure that the data being sent for mapping is in the correct format and adheres to the expected structure. Validate the data against the mapping rules defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Confirm that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the mapping operation. You may need to check the roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging for the mapping process to gather more detailed information about the failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for value mapping.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG and value mapping for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.