How To Fix USMD2071 - Change request type &1: Assigned workflow &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Change request type &1: Assigned workflow &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2071 - Change request type &1: Assigned workflow &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message USMD2071 indicates that there is an issue with a change request type in the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) system. Specifically, it states that the assigned workflow for the change request type does not exist. This can occur in scenarios where workflows are not properly configured or are missing in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Workflow Definition: The workflow that is supposed to be assigned to the change request type is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The change request type may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a workflow that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the workflow was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to its absence in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the workflow.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Workflow Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP Business Workflow (SWDD) transaction and check if the workflow exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system where it is defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Change Request Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code MDGIMG to navigate to the configuration of the change request types.
  Ensure that the correct workflow is assigned to the change request type in question.
  
  
  
  Transport Workflow:
  
  If the workflow is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the workflow has been properly transported to the system.
  You may need to re-transport the workflow or check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the workflow.
  You can check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD: Workflow Builder
  MDGIMG: MDG Implementation Guide
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solution to resolve it.