How To Fix EL398 - Data is inconsistent and could not be saved

EL398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Data is inconsistent and could not be saved

What causes this issue?

The validation that checks whether the entries in tables EABL (meter
reading document) and EABLG (meter reading reasons for the meter
reading documents) have been correctly written to the database has
found an inconsistency. As a result, the data was not saved in the
database.
The inconsistency was detected for meter reading document number &v1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please check whether the inconsistent data is present in the database.
Clean up the inconsistent data.
If you cannot clean up the inconsistent data, please contact SAP.
Please be sure to include the following information:
wmode: &v2&
action: &v3&
sy-batch: &v4&

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL398 - Data is inconsistent and could not be saved ?

  The SAP error message EL398, which states "Data is inconsistent and could not be saved," typically indicates that there is a problem with the data being processed in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of master data, transactional data, or configuration settings. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Validation Issues: The data being entered may not meet the required validation rules set in the system. This could include missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or values that do not conform to predefined criteria.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data Relationships: There may be inconsistencies in the relationships between different data entities. For example, if a material master record references a non-existent vendor or customer.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may be causing conflicts or errors during data processing.
  
  
  Database Constraints: