How To Fix MDM_GX_MSG001 - Invalid field of table &1 in customizing for port &2 entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_GX_MSG - Message class

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Invalid field of table &1 in customizing for port &2 entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_GX_MSG001 - Invalid field of table &1 in customizing for port &2 entered ?

  The SAP error message MDM_GX_MSG001 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a specific port in the Master Data Management (MDM) system. The message states that an invalid field of a table has been entered in the customizing settings for the specified port.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The field specified in the customizing settings for the port does not exist in the relevant table or is incorrectly defined.
  Missing Fields: The required fields for the table may not have been defined or activated in the system.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or table structure that have not been reflected in the customizing settings.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the field name or table name entered in the customizing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the customizing settings for the specified port (use transaction code SPRO or the relevant customizing transaction).
  Verify that the fields and tables are correctly defined and that the field names match those in the database.
  
  
  
  Validate Field Names:
  
  Ensure that the field names entered in the customizing settings are correct and correspond to the actual fields in the database table.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all necessary adjustments have been made in the customizing settings to reflect these changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific version of MDM you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for configuring ports.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as some issues may have been resolved in newer versions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for checking table definitions and customizing settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MDM and the specific error message for any known issues or additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MDM_GX_MSG001 error in your SAP system.