How To Fix USMD1153 - Data model &1: Attribute &2 of entity type &3 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Data model &1: Attribute &2 of entity type &3 is unknown

What causes this issue?

The data model has been changed. An attribute that still exists in the
authorization model is no longer in the active data model.

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?

Go to the view cluster to edit the authorization model and save the
settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1153 - Data model &1: Attribute &2 of entity type &3 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message USMD1153 indicates that there is an issue with a data model in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) environment. Specifically, it suggests that an attribute specified in the data model is not recognized or does not exist for the given entity type.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Attribute Name: The attribute name specified in the data model might be misspelled or does not match the defined attributes in the entity type.
  Entity Type Changes: The entity type may have been modified, and the attribute in question has been removed or renamed.
  Data Model Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the data model itself, such as missing or incorrect mappings.
  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 attributes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Attribute Name: Check the spelling and case of the attribute name in the data model against the actual definition in the entity type.
  Check Entity Type Definition: Go to the relevant data model and verify that the entity type includes the attribute in question. If it has been removed or renamed, update the data model accordingly.
  Review Data Model Configuration: Ensure that the data model is correctly configured and that all necessary attributes are included. You may need to adjust the mappings or settings.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the data model or related objects.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration steps for data models in SAP MDG, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data model to ensure that the error is resolved and that the data can be processed as expected.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.