How To Fix USMD2008 - UI elem.&1, ent.tp.&2: No attributes can be assigned with UI elem.type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 008

• Message text: UI elem.&1, ent.tp.&2: No attributes can be assigned with UI elem.type &3

What causes this issue?

You cannot assign an attribute for the following UI element types, since
the content is determined by the lower-level UI elements or is
predefined (attachments, for example):
View
Group box
Hyperlink
Table (insertion of rows not possible)
Table (insertion of rows possible)
Table column
Table column with key field
Hierarchy relationship
Attachments
Table for text translation
Sets
Custom Web Dynpro component

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2008 - UI elem.&1, ent.tp.&2: No attributes can be assigned with UI elem.type &3 ?

  The SAP error message USMD2008 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) application, particularly when working with UI elements in the data model. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of attributes to a UI element in the UI configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message USMD2008 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to assign attributes to a UI element that does not support attributes of the specified type.
  The UI element type you are working with (indicated by &3 in the error message) is not compatible with the attributes you are trying to assign (indicated by &1 and &2).
  There may be a mismatch between the data model and the UI configuration, or the UI element may not be properly defined in the context of the data model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check UI Element Type: Verify the type of the UI element you are working with. Ensure that it is designed to accept the attributes you are trying to assign. Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific UI element type to understand its capabilities.
  
  
  Review Attribute Assignment: Ensure that the attributes you are trying to assign are valid for the specified UI element type. If the attributes are not compatible, you may need to choose a different UI element type that supports the required attributes.
  
  
  Update UI Configuration: If there are discrepancies in the UI configuration, update the configuration to align with the data model. This may involve modifying the UI element definitions or the data model itself.
  
  
  Check Data Model: Ensure that the data model is correctly defined and that all necessary attributes are included. If there are missing attributes or incorrect definitions, update the data model accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP notes for additional guidance on the specific UI element and its configuration.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the UI configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the UI behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Master Data Governance (MDG): This is a solution for managing master data across the enterprise, ensuring data quality and consistency.
  UI Configuration: In SAP MDG, UI configuration is crucial for defining how data is presented and interacted with in the application.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.