How To Fix USMD1A008 - Entity type &1: Value &2 does not exist; copying not possible


USMD1A008 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

  • Message number: 008

  • Message text: Entity type &1: Value &2 does not exist; copying not possible

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A008 - Entity type &1: Value &2 does not exist; copying not possible ?
    The SAP error message USMD1A008 indicates that there is an issue with the data transfer or copying process in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) module. Specifically, the error states that for the specified entity type (denoted by &1), the value (denoted by &2) does not exist, which prevents the copying operation from being completed.
    
    Cause: Non-Existent Value: The value you are trying to copy does not exist in the system. This could be due to: The value was deleted or never created. A typo or incorrect reference in the data being processed. The value is not activated or is in a different status that prevents it from being used.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MDG that are not aligned with the data you are trying to copy. Data Model Issues: The data model may not be correctly set up to support the entity type and value you are working with.
    Solution: Verify Existence of

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