How To Fix UGMD216 - Cannot determine which field in the original system has the SID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Cannot determine which field in the original system has the SID &1

What causes this issue?

Data was imported that refers to the characteristic with SID &V1& in
the source system. But it cannot be determined which characteristic has
this SID in the source system.

System Response

The data is not imported.

How to fix this error?

This is due to one of the following:
A program error,
An error when assembling the transport request in the source system
An error when exporting the transport from the source system
Check whether the transport request was created without errors in the
source system, and whether errors occurred when exporting from the
source system. If necessary, repeat the transport.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD216 - Cannot determine which field in the original system has the SID &1 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD216, which states "Cannot determine which field in the original system has the SID &1," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when dealing with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to map a specific SID (Surrogate ID) to its corresponding field in the original data source.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: The SID table may not contain the necessary entries, or the data in the original system may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The data source or InfoObject may not be correctly configured, leading to issues in identifying the SID.
  Data Transfer Issues: Problems during the data transfer process, such as network issues or interruptions, can lead to incomplete data being transferred.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been changes in the data model or structure of the original system, the mapping of SIDs may be affected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SID Table: Verify the SID table in the original system to ensure that it contains the necessary entries for the SID in question. You can use transaction codes like RSOSID to check the SID mapping.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that the data in the original system is consistent and complete. You may need to run consistency checks or data validation processes.
  Reconfigure Data Source: If the data source or InfoObject is incorrectly configured, review and correct the configuration settings in the SAP BW system.
  Re-extract Data: If the issue is due to a failed data transfer, consider re-extracting the data from the original system to ensure that all necessary information is captured.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all relevant mappings and configurations are updated accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance), and RSOSID (SID Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data extraction, SID management, and InfoObject configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP BW or data extraction processes.