How To Fix BWFIAA014 - Timestamp information inconsistent in table TABA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWFIAA - Messages for FI-AA Delta Extraction

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Timestamp information inconsistent in table TABA

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred during processing of the timestamp
information for successful depreciation runs.
The system cannot ensure that all depreciation runs were included
correctly in the extraction.
The error occurred during processing of depreciation runs with the
following keys:
Company Code: &V1&
Ledger Group: &V2&
Fiscal Year: &V3&

System Response

To avoid inconsistencies in BW, the system terminates the extraction
with this error message.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWFIAA014 - Timestamp information inconsistent in table TABA ?

  The SAP error message BWFIAA014 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the timestamp information in the table TABA. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are discrepancies in the data related to asset transactions.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency in the timestamp information can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data entries in the TABA table.
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple users or processes may be trying to update the same asset data simultaneously, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration issues in the Asset Accounting module may lead to improper handling of timestamps.
  System Upgrades or Migrations: If the system has recently been upgraded or migrated, there may be issues with data consistency that were not resolved during the process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BWFIAA014 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE11 to view the TABA table and check for any inconsistencies in the timestamp fields.
  Look for duplicate entries or entries with missing timestamps.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction code ABAA (for Asset Accounting) to run consistency checks on the asset data.
  You can also use transaction RAAUS to perform a mass update or correction of asset data.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with asset data, review them for potential issues that could lead to timestamp inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Ensure that there are no locks on the TABA table that could be causing issues. You can check for locks using transaction SM12.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TABA Table: This table contains asset transaction data, including timestamps for various asset-related activities.
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module is responsible for managing fixed assets in SAP, including acquisition, depreciation, and retirement of assets.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the BWFIAA014 error in SAP.