Do you have any question about this error?
Stop googling SAP errors. Use our Free Essentials plan instead - no credit card needed. Start Now →
Message type: E = Error
Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel
Message number: 218
Message text: Invalid entity type &1 in data slice of edition type &2; see long text
You cannot use hierarchy-defining entity types for defining data slices.
The changes cannot be saved.
Remove entity type &V1& from the data slice definition.
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.
USMD1218
- Invalid entity type &1 in data slice of edition type &2; see long text ?The SAP error message USMD1218 indicates that there is an issue with the entity type specified in a data slice for a particular edition type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with data models and data slices.
Cause:
The error message "Invalid entity type &1 in data slice of edition type &2" suggests that:
- The entity type specified (represented by &1) is not recognized or is not valid for the given edition type (represented by &2).
- There may be a mismatch between the entity types defined in the data model and those being referenced in the data slice.
- The data slice may be incorrectly configured or may reference an entity type that has been deleted or is not active.
Solution:
To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
Check Entity Type Configuration:
- Verify that the entity type specified in the error message is correctly defined in the data model.
- Ensure that the entity type is active and has not been deleted or deactivated.
Review Data Slice Configuration:
- Go to the configuration of the data slice that is causing the error.
- Ensure that the entity type referenced in the data slice is valid for the specified edition type.
- If necessary, update the data slice to reference a valid entity type.
Consult Documentation:
- Check the SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the valid entity types for the specific edition type you are working with.
Check for Customizations:
- If there are any customizations or enhancements in your MDG setup, ensure that they are not causing the issue. Custom entity types may need to be properly configured.
Testing:
- After making the necessary changes, test the data slice again to ensure that the error is resolved.
Seek Help from SAP Support:
- If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the USMD1218 error in your SAP environment.
Get instant SAP help. Sign up for our Free Essentials Plan.
USMD1217
Invalid entity type &1 in data slice of edition type &2
Self-Explanatory Message Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of...
USMD1216
You cannot create an edition type for data model &1
What causes this issue? Data model &V1& does not contain any edition-dependent entity types; therefore, you cannot create an edition type for...
USMD1219
Invalid entity type &1 in data slice of edition type &2; see long text
What causes this issue? When defining data slices, you must not use entity types that can be used as nodes in a hierarchy. &V1& can be used a...
USMD1220
Invalid entity type &1 for definition of data slices; see long text
What causes this issue? Underneath a given node of a hierarchy you must make sure that all direct and indirect subnodes reside in the same data slice...
Click on this link to search all SAP messages.