How To Fix MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD004 - Insert of version entry with id: & and info: & failed

MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD - MDS Maint Ev information extractor

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Insert of version entry with id: & and info: & failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD004 - Insert of version entry with id: & and info: & failed ?

  The SAP error message MDS_DOWN_UPLOAD004 typically occurs during the data upload process in the Master Data Services (MDS) module. This error indicates that there was a failure when trying to insert a version entry with a specific ID and additional information.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being uploaded may have integrity issues, such as missing required fields, incorrect data formats, or violations of business rules.
  Database Constraints: There may be constraints in the database that prevent the insertion of the new version entry, such as primary key violations or foreign key constraints.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the MDS or related modules can lead to upload failures.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may lead to timeouts or failures during the upload process.
  Authorization Issues: The user performing the upload may not have the necessary permissions