How To Fix MDQ_MDC_MSG008 - Table &1 does not have a parent.

MDQ_MDC_MSG008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDQ_MDC_MSG - Messages for Evaluation Process

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Table &1 does not have a parent.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDQ_MDC_MSG008 - Table &1 does not have a parent. ?

  The SAP error message MDQ_MDC_MSG008 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1 in the error message) does not have a parent in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) or Multi-Domain Management (MDM). This typically occurs when there is an issue with the hierarchy or structure of the master data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent-Child Relationship: The error usually arises when the system expects a hierarchical relationship (parent-child) for the data being processed, but the specified table does not have a defined parent.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the master data that prevent the system from establishing the necessary relationships.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the data model or the master data governance settings can lead to this error.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may not have been properly structured to reflect the required parent-child relationships.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Relationships: Verify the data