How To Fix USMD1526 - Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2: Hier.attr.&3 has same name as hy.attr. fr. ref.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2: Hier.attr.&3 has same name as hy.attr. fr. ref.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1526 - Mod./ent.&1, node ent.&2: Hier.attr.&3 has same name as hy.attr. fr. ref. ?

  The SAP error message USMD1526 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is a conflict in the naming of hierarchical attributes. This error indicates that a hierarchical attribute (hier.attr.) has the same name as a hierarchical attribute from a reference (hy.attr. fr. ref.) in the data model.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a naming conflict where two hierarchical attributes share the same name. This can happen when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a data model in SAP MDG.
  The hierarchical attributes defined in your model are not unique, leading to ambiguity in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Conflicting Attributes:
  
  Check the details of the error message to identify the specific attributes involved (i.e., the names of the hierarchical attributes).
  Look for the attributes in the data model that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Rename the Attributes:
  
  Modify the name of one of the conflicting hierarchical attributes to ensure that all names are unique within the context of the data model.
  Ensure that the new name is meaningful and adheres to any naming conventions your organization may have.
  
  
  
  Validate the Data Model:
  
  After renaming, validate the data model to ensure that there are no further conflicts or issues.
  Test the changes to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the appropriate environments (e.g., quality assurance, production) as needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP MDG documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for defining hierarchical attributes.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMD1526 error and successfully manage your hierarchical attributes in SAP MDG.