How To Fix USMD2221 - Sets contain entity type &1, which no longer exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD2 - Master Data: UI Modeling

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Sets contain entity type &1, which no longer exists

What causes this issue?

The entity &V2& of entity type &V3& contains sets of the entitiy type
&V1&. However, the entity type &V1& is no longer in your data model. It
has probably been deleted. The set data of entity type &V1& is therefore
invalid and will be deleted next time you save.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Save the entity &V2& of entity type &V3& to clean up your invalid set
data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD2221 - Sets contain entity type &1, which no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message USMD2221 indicates that there is a problem with a set that contains an entity type that no longer exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when working with data models and sets.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Entity Type: The entity type referenced in the set has been deleted or is no longer available in the data model.
  Changes in Data Model: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to the structure or configuration of the entity types, can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data: The set may have been created based on an entity type that has been modified or removed, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model: Verify the current data model to ensure that the entity type in question still exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data model in the SAP MDG configuration.
  Update or Remove Sets: If the entity type has been deleted intentionally, you may need to update or remove the sets that reference this entity type. This can be done through the MDG configuration or by using transaction codes related to data model management.
  Recreate Sets: If necessary, recreate the sets with the correct entity types that are currently available in the data model.
  Transport Changes: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of MDG you are using for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for Master Data Governance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMD2221 error and restore the integrity of your sets in SAP MDG.