How To Fix USMD1A032 - Set for entity type &1: Lower range boundary (&2) greater than upper (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Set for entity type &1: Lower range boundary (&2) greater than upper (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A032 - Set for entity type &1: Lower range boundary (&2) greater than upper (&3) ?

  The SAP error message USMD1A032 indicates that there is an issue with the range boundaries defined for a specific entity type in the Master Data Governance (MDG) application. Specifically, the error states that the lower range boundary is greater than the upper range boundary, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to set a range for a field or attribute in a data model where the lower limit is greater than the upper limit.
  There may be a configuration issue in the data model or a mistake in the data entry process.
  The error can also arise from incorrect data mappings or transformations during data import or validation processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant data model configuration in SAP MDG.
  Verify the settings for the entity type mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the lower and upper range boundaries are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct the Range Values:
  
  If you are manually entering values, ensure that the lower boundary value is less than or equal to the upper boundary value.
  If the values are being populated from another source (like a file or another system), check the source data for inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If this error occurs during data entry, review the input values for the entity type in question. Make sure that the values entered do not violate the range constraints.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes by attempting to save or process the data again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct range values or how to configure them, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to Master Data Governance.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for Master Data Governance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Data Model Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific data model you are working with to understand the expected range values and constraints.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the USMD1A032 error in your SAP system.