How To Fix UGMD225 - Value SID for invalid field name with SID 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Value SID for invalid field name with SID 0

What causes this issue?

In the Customizing settings to be transported, an SID unequal to 0 has
been found for a value with a field name that has SID 0. This is not
permitted.

System Response

The entry was ignored. However, this can cause other errors to occur
during import.

How to fix this error?

Correct the Customizing settings and then create a new transport
request.

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 UGMD225 - Value SID for invalid field name with SID 0 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD225, which states "Value SID for invalid field name with SID 0," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue with the data source or the data model. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a characteristic or field that does not exist or is not properly defined in the data model, leading to a situation where the SID (Surrogate ID) is not valid (in this case, it is 0).
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Field Name: The field name being referenced does not exist in the data model or is misspelled.
  Missing Data: The data for the characteristic is missing or has not been loaded properly, resulting in a SID of 0.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model (like renaming or deleting fields) that have not been reflected in the queries or reports.
  Inconsistent Data: Data inconsistencies or corruption in the InfoObject or InfoProvider.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the data or fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Names: Verify that the field names used in the query or report are correct and exist in the data model.
  Data Load: Ensure that the data has been loaded correctly into the InfoProvider. You may need to re-run the data load process.
  Check SID Table: Investigate the SID table for the characteristic in question to ensure that it contains valid entries.
  Update Queries: If there have been changes to the data model, update any queries or reports that reference the modified fields.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and fields in question.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the InfoObjects and InfoProviders to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to UGMD225 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the data model and monitor data loads.
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the execution of the query and identify where the error occurs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on SID handling and data modeling best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.