How To Fix 70031 - Table & was removed from processing (database inconsistency possible)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 70 - HR: Messages in Master Data Reporting

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Table & was removed from processing (database inconsistency possible)

What causes this issue?

Indicator <LS>PA0008</> was relinquished on the selection screen to
exclude infotype table PA0008 from the currency conversion with report
RPUEMU00.

How to fix this error?

You will find further information about pay scale currency conversion
in the documentation of report <DS:RE.RPUEMU00>RPUEMU00</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 70031 - Table & was removed from processing (database inconsistency possible) ?

  The SAP error message 70031, which states "Table & was removed from processing (database inconsistency possible)," typically indicates that there is a problem with the database consistency related to a specific table in the SAP system. This error can occur during various operations, such as data processing, updates, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Inconsistency: The primary cause of this error is a detected inconsistency in the database table. This could be due to:
  
  Corrupted data entries.
  Missing entries that are expected for the operation.
  Issues arising from previous failed transactions or updates.
  Manual changes made directly to the database that violate referential integrity.
  
  
  
  Locking Issues: Sometimes, if a table is locked by another process or transaction, it may lead to inconsistencies when trying to access or modify it.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Database Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database tables. You can also use the program RSANDBA to analyze and repair inconsistencies.
  
  
  Analyze Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the inconsistency.
  
  
  Rebuild Indexes: If the issue is related to indexes, you can try rebuilding the indexes for the affected table using transaction SE14.
  
  
  Data Correction: If specific data entries are identified as problematic, you may need to correct or delete them. This should be done with caution and ideally in a test environment first.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE14 (Database Utility), SLG1 (Application Log), and SM21 (System Log).
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a recent backup of your database before making any changes, especially when dealing with potential inconsistencies.
  Testing: If you make changes to correct the inconsistency, test thoroughly in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the SAP error message 70031.