CVI_CUST_RESOLVE057 - Industry key assignment is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_CUST_RESOLVE - Message class for CVI_CUSTOMIZING_RESOLVE report

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Industry key assignment is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_CUST_RESOLVE057 - Industry key assignment is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message CVI_CUST_RESOLVE057 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the assignment of the industry key for a customer or vendor in the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) process. This error typically arises when the industry key assigned to a business partner does not match the expected values or is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Industry Key: The industry key assigned to the business partner may not be valid or may not correspond to the industry classification in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The industry key may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be discrepancies in the industry key assignments.
  Customizations: Custom developments or modifications in the system may have led to inconsistencies in the industry key assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Industry Key Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code BP (Business Partner) and check the industry key assigned to the relevant business partner.
  Ensure that the industry key is valid and corresponds to the expected values in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for industry keys in the SAP system. This can typically be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant sections for customer/vendor management.
  Ensure that the industry keys are properly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction CVI_CHECK to perform a consistency check on the business partner data. This can help identify any inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  If you find any inconsistencies, correct the industry key assignment directly in the business partner master data.
  If the issue is due to data migration, you may need to adjust the data in the source system or use data correction tools in SAP.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CVI and industry key assignments for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: BP (Business Partner), CVI_CHECK (CVI Consistency Check)
  SPRO Path: Configuration settings related to industry keys can typically be found under the following path in SPRO:
  
  SAP Customizing Implementation Guide > Cross-Application Components > Master Data Synchronization > Customer-Vendor Integration > Define Industry Key
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency related to the industry key assignment in your SAP system.