Message type: E = Error
Message class:  USMD_EDITION_UI -  
Message number: 003
Message text: Specify the edition
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The SAP error message USMD_EDITION_UI003: "Specify the edition" typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when a user is trying to create or edit a master data record but has not specified the required edition for the data being processed.
Cause: Missing Edition: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected or specified an edition for the master data record they are working on. Editions are used in MDG to manage different versions or states of master data.
Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the MDG system, such as missing settings for editions or incorrect data model configurations. User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or specify the edition.
Solution: Specify the Edition: When prompted with this error, ensure that you select or enter the appropriate edition for the master data record you are working on. This
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