How To Fix MODEL046 - Entity '&1': Invalid type '&2'

MODEL046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MODEL - Modeling

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Entity '&1': Invalid type '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MODEL046 - Entity '&1': Invalid type '&2' ?

  The SAP error message MODEL046 typically indicates that there is an issue with the data model or entity type being used in a specific context. The message format is as follows:
  MODEL046 Entity '&1': Invalid type '&2'
  Where &1 represents the name of the entity and &2 represents the invalid type that is being referenced.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incorrect Entity Type: The entity type specified in the data model does not match the expected type. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Data Model Configuration: The data model may not be properly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the entity definitions.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the data model and the underlying database or application layer.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or extensions, they may not be correctly implemented, leading to invalid entity types being referenced.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the MODEL046 error, you