How To Fix USMD4108 - The edition type that was passed does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD4 - Master Data: Workflow Log, JNET Applications, Etc.

• Message number: 108

• Message text: The edition type that was passed does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD4108 - The edition type that was passed does not exist ?

  The SAP error message USMD4108, which states "The edition type that was passed does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the edition type being referenced in a process, such as data modeling or data replication.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Edition Type: The edition type being referenced in the process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the edition type may not have been created or activated.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the edition types may not be properly set up in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the edition type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the edition type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Edition Types: Verify that the edition type you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP MDG.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Master Data Governance and check the edition types defined there.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Edition Type: If the edition type does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a draft state.
  
  Ensure that the edition type is properly defined with all necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the edition types to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the edition type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to access the edition type. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for USMD4108 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Master Data Governance to understand how edition types are managed and configured.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the USMD4108 error message.