How To Fix USMD2048 - Entity type &2, UI element &1: Inconsistent table definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Entity type &2, UI element &1: Inconsistent table definition

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& of entity type &V2& has the key column(s) &V3&. The
attributes of the lower-level UI elements of the table columns do not
have &V3& as higher-level entity types and therefore cannot be used in
the table as attributes.

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?

Check the definition of table &V1& for entity type &V2&.

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 USMD2048 - Entity type &2, UI element &1: Inconsistent table definition ?

  The SAP error message USMD2048 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the table definition for a specific entity type and UI element in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar applications where data models and UI configurations are involved.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The underlying data model for the entity type may have been changed, but the UI element definition has not been updated accordingly.
  Missing or Incorrect Field Definitions: Fields that are expected in the UI element may not be defined in the data model or may have been incorrectly defined.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies may arise if the transport did not include all necessary objects.
  Custom Enhancements: Custom enhancements or modifications to the standard data model or UI elements may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD2048 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Model: Verify the data model for the entity type in question. Ensure that all fields and structures are correctly defined and consistent with the UI element.
  
  
  Review UI Configuration: Check the UI configuration for the specific UI element. Ensure that it matches the data model and that all required fields are included.
  
  
  Rebuild UI Elements: If there have been changes to the data model, you may need to regenerate or rebuild the UI elements to ensure they are in sync with the data model.
  
  
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all relevant objects were included in the transport. You may need to re-transport missing objects.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the error and identify the specific inconsistency.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific entity type and UI element for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or entity type. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  MDG Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP Master Data Governance, as understanding the configuration can help in troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the USMD2048 error in your SAP system.