How To Fix USMD_GOV_API201 - Create a general context first

USMD_GOV_API201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_GOV_API - Messages for Governance API

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Create a general context first

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a local context before creating a general context.

System Response

The action is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Call method INIT_CONTEXT to create the general context before calling
method INIT_LOCAL_CONTEXT.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD_GOV_API201 - Create a general context first ?

  The SAP error message USMD_GOV_API201 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) application. This error indicates that a general context must be created before proceeding with the operation you are attempting. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  The error message USMD_GOV_API201 is triggered when a user tries to create or modify master data without having a valid general context established. In SAP MDG, a general context is necessary for managing the lifecycle of master data, and it serves as a framework for the data being processed.
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Create a General Context:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where you are trying to create or modify master data.
  Ensure that you have created a general context. This can typically be done through the MDG configuration or by using specific transaction codes related to context management.
  If you are