How To Fix USMD1171 - Data mod. &1: Ent.type/attr. &2 has unsuitable data type f. authorization

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Data mod. &1: Ent.type/attr. &2 has unsuitable data type f. authorization

What causes this issue?

Authorizations can only be assigned for entity types and attributes that
contain numbers or characters and have an internal length of less than
40 characters. The ABAP types <LS>C</>, <LS>N</>, <LS>D</>, and <LS>T</>
are numeric or character-type in this case.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1171 - Data mod. &1: Ent.type/attr. &2 has unsuitable data type f. authorization ?

  The SAP error message USMD1171 typically occurs in the context of data modeling and authorization management within the SAP system, particularly when working with the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data type of an entity type or attribute that is not compatible with the authorization settings.
  Cause:
  The error message "USMD1171 Data mod. &1: Ent.type/attr. &2 has unsuitable data type f. authorization" can be caused by several factors:
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The attribute in question may have a data type that is not supported for authorization checks. For example, if the attribute is defined as a floating-point number (type 'f'), it may not be suitable for authorization purposes.
  
  
  Authorization Object Configuration: The authorization object associated with the entity type or attribute may not be correctly configured to handle the data type being used.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: There may be inconsistencies in the data model where the data types of attributes do not align with the expected types for authorization checks.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom fields or enhancements, they may not have been properly defined in terms of their data types, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1171 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the entity type and its attributes in the data model. Ensure that they are compatible with the authorization checks. If an attribute is of type 'f' (floating-point), consider changing it to a more suitable type, such as 'char' or 'int', if applicable.
  
  
  Review Authorization Objects: Check the authorization objects associated with the entity type and ensure they are configured correctly. Make sure that the attributes used in the authorization checks are of compatible data types.
  
  
  Adjust Data Model: If there are inconsistencies in the data model, you may need to adjust the definitions of the entity types and attributes to ensure they align with the expected data types for authorization.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Master Data Governance and authorization management for any specific guidelines or recommendations regarding data types and authorization.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data model and authorization settings to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex customizations or configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP Master Data Governance documentation for best practices related to data modeling and authorization.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the USMD1171 error and implement an appropriate solution.