How To Fix MDM_GX_MSG030 - Select at least one of the download options: FTP or Local

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDM_GX_MSG - Message class

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Select at least one of the download options: FTP or Local

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDM_GX_MSG030 - Select at least one of the download options: FTP or Local ?

  The SAP error message MDM_GX_MSG030 indicates that when attempting to download data from the SAP Master Data Management (MDM) system, the user has not selected any of the required download options, specifically either FTP (File Transfer Protocol) or Local download.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The user interface for the download process does not have any download method selected.
  The user may have overlooked the options or the interface may not have been properly configured to allow for a selection.
  There may be a misunderstanding of the download process or the available options.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Download Options: Ensure that you have selected at least one of the download options (either FTP or Local) before proceeding with the download.
  
  
  Select FTP or Local:
  
  If you choose FTP, ensure that you have the correct FTP server details, credentials, and permissions to write to the specified directory.
  If you choose Local, ensure that you have the necessary permissions to write files to your local machine and that you have specified a valid local path.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Download: After making the selection, try to initiate the download process again.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the options are not visible or selectable, check the configuration settings in the MDM system to ensure that the download options are properly set up.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP MDM documentation or user guides for detailed instructions on the download process and options available.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP MDM Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for MDM to understand the download process and configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By ensuring that you select at least one of the download options and verifying your configuration, you should be able to resolve the MDM_GX_MSG030 error effectively.