How To Fix CNV_00001205 - Table &1 is not consistently defined in the ABAP Dictionary.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_00001 - Message class for CWB settings maintenance programs

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Table &1 is not consistently defined in the ABAP Dictionary.

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& is not consistently defined in the Data Dictionary. Its
definition could not be obtained and therefore no further checks can be
performed.

System Response

Table &V1& will be excluded from the conversion. Further checks will not
be performed.

How to fix this error?

Try to find the reason of the inconsistency. In Database Utility
(transaction SE16) runtime object check and database object check can be
performed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_00001205 - Table &1 is not consistently defined in the ABAP Dictionary. ?

  The SAP error message CNV_00001205 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not consistently defined in the ABAP Dictionary. This typically occurs during data migration or conversion processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or during system upgrades.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency in the table definition can arise from several factors:
  
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data types of fields in the table may not match the expected definitions in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Missing or Incorrect Table Definitions: The table may not be defined correctly in the ABAP Dictionary, or there may be missing fields.
  Database and Dictionary Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the database schema and the ABAP Dictionary definitions, especially if changes were made directly in the database without updating the ABAP Dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the table definition was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Table Definition:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the definition of the table in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Ensure that all fields are defined correctly, including data types, lengths, and attributes.
  
  
  
  Compare with Database:
  
  Use transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to compare the database table with the ABAP Dictionary definition.
  If discrepancies are found, you may need to adjust the database table or the ABAP Dictionary definition accordingly.
  
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  If you made any changes to the table definition, ensure that you activate the table in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Table:
  
  In some cases, if the table is not critical or can be recreated, you might consider dropping and recreating the table in the ABAP Dictionary and the database.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to view and edit table definitions)
  SE14: Database Utility (to check and adjust database tables)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to view related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data migration and ABAP Dictionary management.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message CNV_00001205.