How To Fix USMD1016 - Data model &1, entity type &2, relat. &3: Data element &4 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2, relat. &3: Data element &4 is invalid

What causes this issue?

The data element must have the same technical properties as the data
element assigned to the from-entity type.

System Response

The data model cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Remove the data element or specify a data element that fulfills the
defined prerequisite. If no data element is specified, the system uses
the data element that is assigned to the from-entity type.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1016 - Data model &1, entity type &2, relat. &3: Data element &4 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message USMD1016 typically indicates that there is an issue with a data model in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) environment. This error message specifically points to an invalid data element in a particular entity type and relationship within the data model.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Data Element: The data element specified in the error message is not defined correctly in the system or does not exist.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data model, such as incorrect mappings or relationships.
  Transport Issues: If the data model was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or invalid elements.
  Versioning Issues: The data model may be referencing an outdated or incorrect version of the data element.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1016 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Element: Verify that the data element specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and checking the data element's definition.
  
  
  Review Data Model Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG data model configuration (transaction MDGIMG).
  Check the entity type and relationship mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that all mappings and relationships are correctly defined and that the data element is correctly associated with the entity type.
  
  
  
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  Version Control: If you are using versioning for your data models, ensure that the correct version of the data element is being referenced.
  
  
  Rebuild or Adjust the Data Model: If the data model is corrupted or incorrectly configured, you may need to rebuild or adjust it. This could involve removing and re-adding the entity type or relationship.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP MDG documentation for best practices in data model configuration and management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the USMD1016 error in your SAP environment.