How To Fix D0412 - & & became active despite inconsistent references. Clean up.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D0 - Machine-level ABAP/4 Dictionary texts (e.g. debugging)

• Message number: 412

• Message text: & & became active despite inconsistent references. Clean up.

What causes this issue?

When Dictionary objects are activated in the worklist, some missing
references are tolerated so that Dictionary objects that are cyclically
dependent on one another can be activated in one step.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Remove the faulty references or create the missing Dictionary objects
and activate it again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D0412 - & & became active despite inconsistent references. Clean up. ?

  The SAP error message D0412 indicates that there are inconsistent references in the system, which can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a program, transaction, or when dealing with data objects. This error typically arises when the system detects that certain objects or references are not aligned or are inconsistent with the expected state.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The most common cause is that there are inconsistencies in the data or references in the database. This can happen due to incomplete updates, failed transactions, or manual changes to the data.
  Program Errors: If a custom program or report is not handling data correctly, it may lead to inconsistent references.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production) and not all dependencies were included, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: Corruption or issues in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Inconsistencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for inconsistencies. Look for missing or incorrect entries.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP standard tools to run consistency checks on the affected objects. For example, you can use transaction codes like SE38 to run specific reports that check for inconsistencies.
  Rebuild or Repair: If the issue is related to a specific object, you may need to rebuild or repair it. This could involve re-transporting objects or re-creating them.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program, debugging the program to identify where the inconsistency arises can help. Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to debug the program.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  Database Consistency: If you suspect database corruption, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for SAP Notes related to the error message D0412. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, SE80, and SE38 for data analysis and debugging.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistencies causing the D0412 error in your SAP system.