How To Fix USMD_GOV_API043 - Change request type does not support editions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GOV_API - Messages for Governance API

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Change request type does not support editions

What causes this issue?

You tried to change an edition-dependent attribute for a change request
of a change request type that does not support editions.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select a change request type with an edition type in Customizing
activity <DS:SIMG.FMDM_USMD110>Create Change Request Type</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GOV_API043 - Change request type does not support editions ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GOV_API043 indicates that the change request type you are trying to use does not support editions in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG). This typically occurs when you are working with change requests that involve managing master data and the system is expecting a specific type of change request that is compatible with the editioning feature.
  Cause:
  
  Change Request Type: The change request type you are using may not be configured to support editions. Editions are used in MDG to manage different versions of master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the MDG settings related to the change request types and their support for editions.
  Data Model: The data model you are working with may not be set up to handle editions for the specific change request type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Change Request Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify the configuration of the change request type you are using. Ensure that it is set up to support editions.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under Master Data Governance.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Change Request Type:
  
  If the current change request type does not support editions, consider using a different change request type that does support editions.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model Settings:
  
  Check the data model settings to ensure that the relevant entities and attributes are configured to support editions. This may involve reviewing the data model in the MDG configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance to understand the requirements and limitations of change request types and editions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Master Data Governance: MDG is a solution for managing master data across an organization, ensuring data quality and consistency.
  Editions in MDG: Editions allow for versioning of master data, enabling organizations to manage changes over time effectively.
  Change Request Types: Different types of change requests can be configured in MDG, each serving different purposes (e.g., create, change, delete).
  
  By following the above steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.