How To Fix USMD_GENERIC_GENIL004 - Key structure of entity &1 is not yet generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GENERIC_GENIL - Messages for Generic Genil Implementation

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Key structure of entity &1 is not yet generated

What causes this issue?

You are using one of the MDG-specific, generic genIL components (e.g.
MDG for custom objects, MDGF for financials or MDGH for hierarchies) by
carrying out one of the following actions:
Calling the genIL model browser using transaction GENIL_MODEL_BROWSER
Configuring a custom user interface with the new MDG single object
maintenance UIs
Customizing an MDG-F user interface
Running a custom or MDG-F user interface for data maintenance

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Generate structures for key fields in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.MDG_VC_USMD004_0>Generate Data Model-Specific Structures</>
for entity type &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GENERIC_GENIL004 - Key structure of entity &1 is not yet generated ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GENERIC_GENIL004 indicates that the key structure of a specific entity has not yet been generated in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to access or manipulate data for an entity whose key structure has not been properly set up or generated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Structure Generation: The key structure for the specified entity has not been generated. This can happen if the configuration for the entity is incomplete or if the generation process was not executed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for the entity in the MDG system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been fully executed or may have encountered errors during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Generate Key Structure:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP MDG (usually in the MDG customizing area).
  Navigate to the entity in question and ensure that the key structure is generated. This can typically be done through the "Generate" option in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the entity to ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Ensure that the entity is properly defined in the data model and that all required fields are included.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues with the transport.
  Re-transport the configuration if necessary, ensuring that all steps are completed successfully.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Data Model:
  
  In some cases, it may be necessary to rebuild the data model for the entity. This can involve deleting and recreating the entity or its components.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for MDG for specific instructions related to the entity in question and the key structure generation process.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  MDG Configuration Guide: Review the MDG configuration guide for detailed steps on setting up entities and generating key structures.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message USMD_GENERIC_GENIL004 and ensure that the key structure for the entity is properly generated.