How To Fix USMD1517 - Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2, h.attr.&3, data elem.&4: No change documents

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2, h.attr.&3, data elem.&4: No change documents

What causes this issue?

Data element &V4& is assigned to the hierarchy attribute &V3& of node
entity type &V2&. In the settings for the data element, the <LS>Change
Documents</> indicator is not set.

System Response

When master data is written, changes to the affected field are <ZH>not
</> logged in the change documents.

How to fix this error?

Set the <LS>Change Documents</> indicator for the data element.

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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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1517 - Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2, h.attr.&3, data elem.&4: No change documents ?

  The SAP error message USMD1517 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module. This error indicates that there are no change documents available for the specified entity, which can be frustrating when trying to track changes or manage master data.
  Cause:
  The error message USMD1517 can be triggered by several factors:
  
  No Change Documents Created: The most common cause is that no change documents have been created for the specified entity. This can happen if the data was created or modified without the change document functionality being activated.
  Change Document Configuration: The change document configuration for the specific entity type may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Deletion: If the data has been deleted or if the change documents have been purged, you may encounter this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the change documents.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1517 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Change Document Settings:
  
  Ensure that change document functionality is enabled for the relevant entity type in the MDG configuration.
  Go to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO and check the configuration for change documents.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Existence:
  
  Confirm that the entity you are trying to access actually exists and has been modified at least once. If it was created without any changes, there will be no change documents.
  
  
  
  Review Change Document Logs:
  
  Use transaction codes like SCDO (Change Document Objects) to check if the change document object is correctly defined and active.
  Check if the change documents are being generated for other entities to rule out a broader issue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view change documents. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If possible, create a test entry for the entity and modify it to see if change documents are generated. This can help confirm whether the issue is with the specific data or a broader configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and SCDO for change document objects.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand how change documents are managed and configured.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the USMD1517 error effectively.