How To Fix USMD2052 - Entity type &2, UI element &1: Preceding UI element is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Entity type &2, UI element &1: Preceding UI element is invalid

What causes this issue?

You defined UI element &V4& as the preceding UI element of UI element
&V3&. You cannot therefore use UI element &V4& as the preceding UI
element of UI element &V1&.

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 different preceding UI element for 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 USMD2052 - Entity type &2, UI element &1: Preceding UI element is invalid ?

  The SAP error message USMD2052 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the configuration of UI elements in the data model. This error indicates that a preceding UI element is invalid, which can disrupt the flow of data entry or processing in the UI.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The UI elements may not be properly configured in the data model. This could involve incorrect settings in the UI configuration or the data model itself.
  
  
  Missing Dependencies: If a UI element depends on another element that is not present or is incorrectly defined, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model (like adding or removing fields) without updating the UI configuration can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain UI elements, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD2052 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check UI Configuration: Review the UI configuration for the entity type and ensure that all UI elements are correctly defined and linked. Make sure that the preceding UI elements are valid and properly configured.
  
  
  Validate Data Model: Ensure that the data model is correctly defined and that all dependencies between UI elements are satisfied. If any changes were made to the data model, ensure that the UI configuration reflects those changes.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Check if the UI element that is causing the error has any dependencies on other elements. Ensure that those dependencies are correctly set up.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the UI elements in question. If not, adjust the authorization settings accordingly.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution flow and identify where the invalid UI element is being referenced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  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 configuration information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration Guides: Review the configuration guides for SAP MDG to ensure that your setup aligns with best practices.
  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 cause of the USMD2052 error in your SAP environment.