How To Fix USMD6003 - Specify an entity type

USMD6003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD6 - Messages for Data Transfer

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Specify an entity type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD6003 - Specify an entity type ?

  The SAP error message USMD6003, which states "Specify an entity type," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when a user is trying to perform an action that requires specifying an entity type, but it has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entity Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or specified an entity type in the relevant screen or transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the MDG system, where the entity types are not properly defined or linked.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked a required field or made an input error while trying to create or modify master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify the Entity Type: Ensure that you select or specify the required entity type in the relevant field. This is usually a dropdown or selection box where you can choose the type of master data you