How To Fix /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN204 - Table name &1 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Table name &1 is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN204 - Table name &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/PERS_TBL_GEN204 Table name &1 is inconsistent typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an inconsistency in the configuration or definition of a table that is being used in the AIF.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Table Definition: The table specified in the error message may have been modified, deleted, or not properly defined in the AIF configuration.
  Missing or Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the table may be missing or incorrect, leading to inconsistencies when the AIF tries to access it.
  Transport Issues: If the table definition was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues, such as corruption or misalignment between the database schema and the AIF configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify the definition of the table in the SAP system. Ensure that it exists and is correctly defined in the database.
  Review AIF Configuration: Go to the AIF configuration and check the settings related to the table. Ensure that the table is correctly configured and that all necessary metadata is present.
  Recreate Metadata: If the metadata is missing or incorrect, you may need to recreate it. This can often be done through the AIF configuration tools.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the database that could be causing the inconsistency.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AIF for Application Interface Framework configuration or SE11 for Data Dictionary to check the table definitions.
  Logs and Traces: Review the AIF logs and traces for more detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.