How To Fix UD551 - Select a data model that contains a representative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UD - EDM - Enterprise Data Model

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Select a data model that contains a representative

What causes this issue?

You want to execute the report "Data model structure" and the specified
data model contains no representative, but this is required for the
execution of the report.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the Data Model in the Data Modeler. Enter a representative
entity type for the Data Model in the "Representative" field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UD551 - Select a data model that contains a representative ?

  The SAP error message UD551, which states "Select a data model that contains a representative," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or data management processes, particularly when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Representative: The data model you are trying to use does not have a designated representative. A representative is often required for certain operations, such as data extraction or reporting.
  Incorrect Data Model Selection: The selected data model may not be appropriate for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the data model setup, such as missing or incorrect settings that prevent the model from being recognized as valid.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UD551 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Model Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the data model you are trying to use has a representative defined. You may need to go into the