How To Fix MDG_VALUE_MAPPING009 - Could not get proxy objects corresponding to GDT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_VALUE_MAPPING -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Could not get proxy objects corresponding to GDT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING009 - Could not get proxy objects corresponding to GDT ?

  The SAP error message MDG_VALUE_MAPPING009 indicates that the system could not retrieve the proxy objects corresponding to a Global Data Type (GDT) during a value mapping process in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises in scenarios where value mapping is being used to translate or map values from one domain to another.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect GDT Configuration: The Global Data Type may not be properly defined or configured in the system.
  Proxy Object Issues: The proxy objects that correspond to the GDT may not be generated or activated correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the GDT or its related objects were transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the GDT or its proxy objects.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration that prevent the retrieval of the proxy objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check GDT Configuration:
  
  Verify that the GDT is correctly defined in the system. Check the relevant settings in the Data Model and ensure that all necessary attributes are included.
  
  
  
  Regenerate Proxy Objects:
  
  If the proxy objects are missing or not functioning correctly, you may need to regenerate them. This can typically be done through transaction SE80 or SE11 by navigating to the GDT and regenerating the associated proxy.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the GDT was transported from another system, ensure that all related objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the GDT and its proxy objects. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Review the system configuration settings related to MDG and value mapping. Ensure that all necessary components are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help documentation for MDG and value mapping for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing GDTs and proxies.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.