How To Fix USMD1161 - Data model &1 does not exist (in active version)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Data model &1 does not exist (in active version)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1161 - Data model &1 does not exist (in active version) ?

  The SAP error message USMD1161 indicates that the specified data model does not exist in an active version. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to access or work with a data model that has not been properly activated or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Data Model: The data model you are trying to access has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Version: The data model exists but is not in an active version. In SAP MDG, data models must be activated to be used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data model.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG setup that prevent the data model from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Model Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MDGIMG) and check if the data model exists.
  Ensure that you are using the correct name or identifier for the data model.
  
  
  
  Activate the Data Model:
  
  If the data model exists but is not active, you need to activate it. This can typically be done in the MDG configuration settings.
  Navigate to the data model configuration and ensure that the model is set to active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data model. Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the MDG to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing configurations that might affect the data model.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the data model you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG (for configuration) and others related to data model management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message USMD1161 for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP Master Data Governance documentation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.