How To Fix USMD2046 - Specified attribute 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: 046

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

What causes this issue?

UI element &V1 of entity type &V2& has the UI element type <LS>Table
Column with Key Field</>. The attribute assigned to the lower-level UI
element must therefore be an entity type that is the higher-level entity
type of another attribute. The assigned attribute is not a higher-level
entity type of one of the attributes that are assigned to entity type
&V2&, however.

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?

For the lower-level UI element of UI element &V1&, enter an attribute
that is a higher-level entity type. You could use entity type &V3&. If
it is not a higher-level entity type either, enter a different
attribute.

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 USMD2046 - Specified attribute cannot be used for UI element &1 (entity type &2) ?

  The SAP error message USMD2046 indicates that a specified attribute cannot be used for a UI element in the context of a specific entity type. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with UI configuration or data modeling.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Attribute Configuration: The attribute you are trying to use may not be configured correctly for the UI element in question. This could be due to missing settings in the data model or UI configuration.
  Data Model Restrictions: The attribute may not be allowed for the specific entity type you are working with. Certain attributes are only applicable to specific entity types.
  Field Visibility: The attribute might be set to be hidden or not available for the UI element in the current context.
  Technical Settings: There may be technical restrictions or settings that prevent the attribute from being used in the UI.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD2046 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Attribute Configuration:
  
  Go to the data model configuration in the SAP MDG application.
  Verify that the attribute is correctly defined and associated with the entity type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review UI Configuration:
  
  Check the UI configuration for the specific entity type and ensure that the attribute is included in the UI element settings.
  Make sure that the attribute is marked as visible and is not restricted in the UI context.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model is correctly set up and that the attribute is valid for the entity type.
  If necessary, consult the data model documentation to confirm the allowed attributes for the entity type.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Restrictions:
  
  Review any technical settings or restrictions that may apply to the attribute or entity type.
  If you are unsure, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the UI element again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP MDG documentation for detailed information on data modeling and UI configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.