How To Fix USMD6021 - Variant &1 for the data transfer of data model &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD6 - Messages for Data Transfer

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Variant &1 for the data transfer of data model &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD6021 - Variant &1 for the data transfer of data model &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message USMD6021 indicates that there is an attempt to create or transfer a data model variant that already exists in the system. This typically occurs during data transfer processes in SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when a variant with the same name or identifier is already present.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Variant: A variant with the same name or identifier already exists for the specified data model.
  Incorrect Data Transfer: The data transfer process is trying to create a new variant instead of updating or using an existing one.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration or setup of the data model or variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Variants:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you can view existing variants for the data model.
  Verify if the variant with the specified name already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename the Variant:
  
  If you need to create a new variant, consider renaming the new variant to avoid the conflict with the existing one.
  
  
  
  Use Existing Variant:
  
  If the existing variant meets your requirements, you can use it instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Variant:
  
  If the existing variant is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify it as necessary to accommodate your new data transfer.
  
  
  
  Review Data Transfer Logic:
  
  Ensure that the logic or process you are using for data transfer is correctly set up to handle existing variants appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific data model and variants to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG or MDG_MAINTAIN to manage data models and variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling variants in MDG.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the USMD6021 error and successfully manage your data model variants in SAP MDG.