How To Fix 42817 - Inconsistent display objects

42817 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Inconsistent display objects

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42817 - Details

• The SAP error message 42817, which states "Inconsistent display objects," typically occurs in the context of SAP's ABAP programming environment, particularly when dealing with screen elements or display objects in a transaction or program. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the display objects defined in the program or transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Screen Elements: The screen elements (like fields, buttons, etc.) defined in the screen painter may not match the definitions in the program code.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If there have been changes in the underlying data dictionary objects (like tables or structures) that are not reflected in the screen definitions, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the transport of objects between different SAP systems (like Development to Quality Assurance) was not done correctly, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Version Mismatch: If the program or transaction has been modified in one environment but not in another, it can