How To Fix USMD1529 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Description is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 529

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2: Description is missing

What causes this issue?

You have neither assigned a data element nor have you entered a
<DS:DE.USMD_MODEL_OBJ_TXT>descripition</> for the entity type &V2&.
Therefore you will not find a text displayed in the master data
maintenance or in the customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.MDG_VC_USMD008>Configure Properties of Change Request Step</>.

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?

Enter a description for the entity type &V2& or assign a data element.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1529 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Description is missing ?

  The SAP error message USMD1529 indicates that there is a missing description for a specific entity type in a data model. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to create or modify a data model, and it is essential for the entity type to have a description for proper functioning.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a description for the specified entity type in the data model. Each entity type in SAP MDG should have a description that provides context and clarity about the data it represents. If this description is missing, the system will throw the USMD1529 error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD1529 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Data Model:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP where you can manage data models (e.g., using transaction code MDGIMG).
  
  
  
  Locate the Entity Type:
  
  Navigate to the specific data model and find the entity type that is causing the error. The error message will provide you with the names of the data model and the entity type.
  
  
  
  Add a Description:
  
  Once you have located the entity type, check the properties or attributes of the entity type.
  Ensure that a valid description is provided. If it is missing, enter a meaningful description that accurately reflects the purpose of the entity type.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After adding the description, save your changes to the data model.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP MDG for more details on managing data models and entity types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG, MDG_MAINTAIN, or others that pertain to data model management.
  Support: If the issue persists after adding the description, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By ensuring that all entity types in your data model have appropriate descriptions, you can avoid encountering the USMD1529 error in the future.