How To Fix USMD1587 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Number range object is not required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2: Number range object is not required

What causes this issue?

You have defined a number range object for entity type &V2& from which
the system would generate temporary keys when creating an instance.
However, the number range object is only relevant for entity types with
internal key assignments. It is not possible to assign an internal key
for entity type &V2&.

System Response

You cannot activate the data model.

How to fix this error?

In the Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.FMDM_USMD001>Edit Data Model</>, do
not enter a number range object under <LS>Temporary Key</> for entity
types without internal key assignments.

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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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1587 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Number range object is not required ?

  The SAP error message USMD1587 indicates that there is an issue related to the number range object for a specific data model and entity type. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to create or manage master data.
  Cause:
  The error message "Number range object is not required" suggests that the system is expecting a number range object to be defined for the specified entity type, but it is either not configured or not necessary for that particular entity. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The number range object may not be set up correctly in the system for the specified entity type.
  Entity Type Settings: The entity type may not require a number range object, but the system is still trying to validate it.
  Data Model Configuration: The data model may have been incorrectly configured, leading to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check if the number range object for the specified entity type is defined.
  If it is defined, ensure that it is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Review Entity Type Settings:
  
  In the MDG configuration, check the settings for the specific entity type. Ensure that the number range object is either required or not required based on your business needs.
  If the entity type should not require a number range, adjust the configuration accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  Review the data model configuration in the MDG customizing settings. Ensure that the entity type is correctly linked to the appropriate number range object or that it is marked as not requiring one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the creation or management of the master data again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO for managing number range objects.
  MDGIMG for accessing the MDG implementation guide.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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 identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.