How To Fix USMD1A103 - &1 of entity type &2 used as attribute in hrchy by &3 of entity type &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 103

• Message text: &1 of entity type &2 used as attribute in hrchy by &3 of entity type &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A103 - &1 of entity type &2 used as attribute in hrchy by &3 of entity type &4 ?

  The SAP error message USMD1A103 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue related to the hierarchy of entities. This error indicates that an entity type is being used as an attribute in a hierarchy, but there is a conflict or issue with its usage.
  Cause:
  The error message USMD1A103 is triggered when:
  
  An entity type (e.g., a business partner, material, etc.) is being referenced in a hierarchy but is not properly defined or is not allowed to be used in that context.
  There may be a mismatch in the configuration of the hierarchy or the entity types involved.
  The entity type being referenced may not be compatible with the hierarchy structure defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the hierarchy in the SAP MDG system. Ensure that the entity type being referenced is correctly defined and allowed to be used in the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Validate Entity Types:
  
  Verify that the entity types involved (the one being used as an attribute and the one in the hierarchy) are compatible. Check the definitions and relationships between these entity types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Model:
  
  If necessary, adjust the data model to ensure that the entity types are correctly defined and that the hierarchy can accommodate the attributes being used.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If there are any customizations or enhancements in place, review them to ensure they are not causing conflicts with the standard behavior of the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific entity types and hierarchies you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or restrictions that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the hierarchy and the entity types to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on hierarchy configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  MDG Documentation: Review the Master Data Governance documentation for best practices on managing hierarchies and entity types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.