How To Fix VCH_L2A_CHECKS120 - The syntax element MDATA is not supported

VCH_L2A_CHECKS120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_L2A_CHECKS - VCH Transition AVC Check Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: The syntax element MDATA is not supported

What causes this issue?

In LO-VC the MDATA syntax element can be used to access and change the
original value of a master data field. This syntax element is not
supported in Advanced Variant Configuration for high-level procedures.
However, you can still use it in low-level procedures.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_L2A_CHECKS120 - The syntax element MDATA is not supported ?

  The SAP error message VCH_L2A_CHECKS120 with the description "The syntax element MDATA is not supported" typically occurs in the context of data processing or validation within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with data formats or structures that are not recognized or supported by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Unsupported Syntax Element: The error indicates that the system encountered a syntax element (in this case, MDATA) that it does not recognize or support. This could be due to:
  
  An incorrect or outdated configuration.
  A mismatch between the data being processed and the expected format.
  A version compatibility issue where the data structure has changed in newer versions of SAP.
  
  
  
  Data Format Issues: If the data being processed is in a format that is not compatible with the current SAP version or configuration, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system that reference MDATA, and those enhancements are not properly