How To Fix E2508 - Inconsistent data (internal error; contact the hotline)

E2508 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 508

• Message text: Inconsistent data (internal error; contact the hotline)

What causes this issue?

Internal error occurred calling function 'CLM_DD_PROT_VERSION_SAVE'.
The data is not consistent: &V1& is not equal to &V2&.

System Response

Action is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP hotline or the ABAP Workbench hotline.

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 E2508 - Inconsistent data (internal error; contact the hotline) ?

  The SAP error message E2508, which states "Inconsistent data (internal error; contact the hotline)," typically indicates that there is a data inconsistency within the SAP system that cannot be resolved through standard user actions. This error can arise from various underlying issues, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the database that is causing the inconsistency.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Code: Custom developments or modifications may introduce inconsistencies if not properly tested.
  Transport Errors: Issues during the transport of objects between different SAP systems (e.g., from development to production) can lead to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: Problems with the underlying database, such as locks or integrity constraints, can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the root cause.
  Data Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like SE11