How To Fix USMD2023 - Attribute &3 cannot be used for UI element &1 (entity type &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Attribute &3 cannot be used for UI element &1 (entity type &2)

What causes this issue?

Either attribute &V3& does not exist in data model &V4& or attribute
&V3& is a higher-level entity type, but UI element &V1& does not have
the UI element type <LS>Table Column with Key Field</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE CHANGES_CANNOT_BE_SAVED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid attribute for the lower-level UI element assigned to UI
element &V1&.

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 USMD2023 - Attribute &3 cannot be used for UI element &1 (entity type &2) ?

  The SAP error message USMD2023 indicates that there is an issue with the usage of a specific attribute in a UI element within the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) application. The message typically means that the attribute you are trying to use is not compatible with the UI element you are working with, or it is not defined correctly for the entity type in question.
  Cause:
  
  Attribute Compatibility: The attribute you are trying to use may not be compatible with the UI element. For example, certain attributes may only be valid for specific entity types or may not be allowed in certain contexts.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or UI configuration that is causing the attribute to be incorrectly referenced.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or removing attributes, this could lead to inconsistencies in the UI configuration.
  Missing Annotations: The attribute may lack the necessary annotations or metadata that define how it should be used in the UI.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attribute Definition: Verify the definition of the attribute in the data model. Ensure that it is correctly defined for the entity type you are working with.
  Review UI Configuration: Check the UI configuration settings to ensure that the attribute is correctly mapped to the UI element. This includes checking the UI annotations and ensuring that they are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the limitations and requirements for the attribute and UI element.
  Test with Different Attributes: If possible, try using a different attribute that is known to be compatible with the UI element to see if the issue persists.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to trace where the error is occurring and gather more information about the context of the error.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP MDG Documentation: Review the official SAP Master Data Governance documentation for guidelines on configuring attributes and UI elements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Version-Specific Considerations: Be aware that the behavior of attributes and UI elements may vary between different versions of SAP MDG, so ensure that you are referencing the correct version of the documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.