How To Fix CFB490 - Internal Data Inconsistency

CFB490 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFB - Messages for Consumer Products

• Message number: 490

• Message text: Internal Data Inconsistency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFB490 - Internal Data Inconsistency ?

  The SAP error message CFB490, which indicates "Internal Data Inconsistency," typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI). This error suggests that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data that the system is trying to process, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of CFB490 Error
  
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the database tables that the transaction is trying to access.
  Inconsistent Document Flow: If there are inconsistencies in the document flow, such as missing or incorrectly linked documents, this can trigger the error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the controlling or financial modules can lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might not be handling data correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users are trying to process the same data simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts