How To Fix MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API040 - Upload of value mapping fields not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Upload of value mapping fields not allowed

What causes this issue?

You cannot upload value mapping fields.

System Response

The system did not upload the value mapping fields.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

You can create the value mapping fields manually. For entries in
customer namespace, ensure that the values are mapped during inbound and
outbound processing.
For more information, see Customizing for <ZK>Value Mapping</> under
<ZK>Overall Information</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPING_API040 - Upload of value mapping fields not allowed ?

  The SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING_API040: Upload of value mapping fields not allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an attempt to upload or modify value mapping fields in a way that is not permitted by the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Upload: The error usually arises when the data being uploaded includes fields that are not allowed to be modified or uploaded through the current process. This can happen if the value mapping fields are not configured to be editable or if the upload process is not designed to handle those fields.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for value mapping in the MDG system may not allow for certain fields to be uploaded or modified. This could be due to restrictions set in the data model or the specific configuration of the value mapping.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the upload may not have the necessary authorizations to modify value mapping fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Upload Format: Ensure that the data being uploaded does not include value mapping fields that are not allowed to be modified. Review the data structure and remove any fields that are causing the error.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for value mapping in the MDG system. Ensure that the fields you are trying to upload are configured to allow changes. This may involve reviewing the data model and the specific settings for value mapping.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the upload. If not, the user may need to be granted additional permissions.
  
  
  Use Correct API/Method: If you are using an API or a specific method to upload data, ensure that it is the correct one for the operation you are trying to perform. Some APIs may have restrictions on what can be uploaded.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for MDG and value mapping to understand the limitations and requirements for uploading data.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specific fields or configurations are causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on value mapping in MDG.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP MDG and value mapping to better understand the system's capabilities and limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.