How To Fix BDT_CONSISTENCY_CHCK053 - Differentiation type &2, assigned to application obj &1, does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BDT_CONSISTENCY_CHCK - Messages for BDT_CHECK

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Differentiation type &2, assigned to application obj &1, does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BDT_CONSISTENCY_CHCK053 - Differentiation type &2, assigned to application obj &1, does not exist ?

  The SAP error message BDT_CONSISTENCY_CHCK053 indicates that there is a problem with the differentiation type assigned to a specific application object. This error typically arises in the context of Business Data Toolset (BDT) and is related to the configuration of business objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A differentiation type (which is a classification or categorization of data) is referenced in the system but does not exist in the configuration.
  The application object (e.g., a business object or a specific data structure) is trying to use a differentiation type that has not been defined or has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the BDT configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Verify that the differentiation type mentioned in the error message (denoted as &2) is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Differentiation Type:
  
  If the differentiation type does not exist, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the BDT configuration area.
  Ensure that the differentiation type is properly assigned to the relevant application object (denoted as &1).
  
  
  
  Review Application Object Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the application object to ensure that it is correctly configured to use the differentiation type.
  Make sure that there are no inconsistencies in the configuration that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the differentiation type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported correctly to the relevant system (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring differentiation types and application objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BDT or SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the differentiation type and application object are functioning as expected without any further errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BDT_CONSISTENCY_CHCK053 error and ensure that your SAP system is configured correctly.