How To Fix DA553 - Inconsistency in primary index (mapping not possible)

DA553 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Inconsistency in primary index (mapping not possible)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA553 - Inconsistency in primary index (mapping not possible) ?

  The SAP error message DA553, which indicates "Inconsistency in primary index (mapping not possible)," typically arises in the context of data inconsistencies within the database, particularly related to the primary index of a database table. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as during data retrieval, updates, or when performing certain operations on the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Corruption: The primary index may have become corrupted due to various reasons, such as system crashes, improper shutdowns, or hardware failures.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that violate the integrity constraints of the primary index.
  Database Changes: Changes made to the database schema or structure without proper updates to the index can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If data or objects were transported between systems and not properly adjusted, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database Consistency: Use transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check the database for inconsistencies. You may need