How To Fix AJ171 - Deletion operand &1 in step &2 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Deletion operand &1 in step &2 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

You use <DS:DE.DELOPERAND>deletion operand</> &v1& in schema step &v2&.
However, this operand is not used as the input operand of a deletion
variant. This is not possible.

System Response

You cannot save the schema.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ171 - Deletion operand &1 in step &2 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message AJ171, which states "Deletion operand &1 in step &2 is inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's processing of certain operations, such as during the execution of a job or a program that involves deletion operations. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency with the operand specified in the deletion step of the process.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The operand (which could be a data record, object, or parameter) specified for deletion may not exist or may have been altered in a way that makes it inconsistent with the expected state.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that leads to the operand being incorrectly defined or referenced.
  Program Logic Error: If the error occurs during a custom program or report, there may be a logical error in the code that leads to an invalid operand being passed to the deletion step.
  Database Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database, such as missing records or referential integrity problems.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Operand: Verify the operand specified in the error message. Ensure that it exists and is in a valid state for deletion.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the process that is generating the error. Ensure that all necessary parameters and settings are correctly defined.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program, use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the inconsistency arises. Look for any logic that may lead to an invalid operand.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data tables to ensure that there are no integrity issues. This may involve using transaction codes like SE11 or SE14 to analyze the database tables.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may want to check transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the relevant objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error AJ171 in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Logs and Traces: Check application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for additional context around the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AJ171 error and implement a solution to resolve it.