How To Fix USMD5018 - Entity with index &3 does not exist in change request &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD5 - Master Data: Workflow

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Entity with index &3 does not exist in change request &1 (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD5018 - Entity with index &3 does not exist in change request &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message USMD5018 indicates that there is an issue with a specific entity in a change request. The message typically means that the system is trying to access an entity (like a business partner, customer, or vendor) that does not exist in the specified change request. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Entity Not Created: The entity referenced by the index does not exist in the change request. This could happen if the entity was never created or was deleted.
  Incorrect Change Request: The change request ID specified may not be the correct one where the entity is supposed to exist.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, possibly due to manual changes or errors during data migration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the entity in the change request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Entity Existence: Check if the entity exists in the system outside of the change request. You can do this by searching for the entity using its ID or other identifying information.
  Check Change Request: Ensure that you are working with the correct change request. Verify the ID and ensure that it is the one where the entity should be present.
  Recreate Entity: If the entity does not exist, you may need to recreate it in the change request. This can involve creating a new entry or copying from another request if applicable.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the entity or the change request that could have led to this issue.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the change request and the entities within it. If not, contact your system administrator to adjust the authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage change requests and entities, such as USMD for Master Data Governance.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.