How To Fix USMD7018 - Specify a software component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD7 - Validations and Derivations

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Specify a software component

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD7018 - Specify a software component ?

  The SAP error message USMD7018 typically indicates that a software component needs to be specified in the context of a specific operation, often related to the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or similar applications. This error can occur during various processes, such as data modeling, configuration, or when trying to activate or transport objects.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Software Component: The system requires a software component to be specified for the operation you are trying to perform, but it has not been provided.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or in the data model that does not specify the required software component.
  Transport Issues: If you are trying to transport objects, the software component may not be included in the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the USMD7018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Specify the Software Component:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or data modeling