How To Fix USMD1035 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Entity types &3 and &4 are identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2: Entity types &3 and &4 are identical

What causes this issue?

An entity type with storage and use type <LS>1</> can be assigned
multiple entity types with storage and use type <LS>4</>. These should
contain different qualifying entity types.
The prerequisite is <ZH>not</> fulfilled in data model &V1& for entity
type &V2& with storage and use type <LS>1</> The assigned entity types
with storage and use type <LS>4</> (&V3& and &V4&) contain the same
qualifying entity types.

System Response

The system handles the relevant entity types with storage and use type
<LS>4</> like a single entity type when the database is accessed (to
read and write master data). This means that the various master data
stored in the relevant entity types with storage and use type <LS>4</>
cannot be processed independently.

How to fix this error?

Check if the relevant entity types with storage and use type <LS>4</> or
the master data stored in them should be able to be processed
independently of each other. Choose different qualifying entity types in
this case.

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 USMD1035 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Entity types &3 and &4 are identical ?

  The SAP error message USMD1035 indicates that there is a conflict in the data model where two entity types are being treated as identical, which can lead to issues in data processing or model integrity. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when defining or managing data models.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Two entity types in the data model are defined with the same structure or attributes, leading the system to recognize them as identical.
  There may be a misconfiguration in the data model where entity types are not properly differentiated.
  Duplicate definitions or incorrect mappings in the data model configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1035 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Data Model:
  
  Check the definitions of the entity types mentioned in the error message. Ensure that they are intended to be different and that their attributes are not identical.
  
  
  
  Modify Entity Types:
  
  If the entity types are indeed meant to be different, modify their definitions to ensure they have unique attributes or structures.
  If they are supposed to be the same, consider consolidating them into a single entity type to avoid redundancy.
  
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Look for any duplicate entries in the data model configuration. Remove or correct any duplicates that may be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  After making changes, validate the data model to ensure that there are no further conflicts or issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the relevant systems (e.g., quality assurance, production) to maintain consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on defining entity types and managing data models in MDG.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP MDG, especially those related to data modeling and entity type definitions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the USMD1035 error and implement a solution to resolve it.