How To Fix EPS152 - Internal error: Database inconsistencies (multiple PS for Cntrct Acct &1)

EPS152 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Internal error: Database inconsistencies (multiple PS for Cntrct Acct &1)

What causes this issue?

Multiple payment schemes with items that can be, or have been, included
at contract account level were found in the database for contract
account &V1&.
Only one payment scheme with items that are permitted to be included at
contract account level may exist per contract account at any one time.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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 EPS152 - Internal error: Database inconsistencies (multiple PS for Cntrct Acct &1) ?

  The SAP error message EPS152, which indicates "Internal error: Database inconsistencies (multiple PS for Cntrct Acct &1)," typically arises when there are inconsistencies in the database related to contract accounts in the SAP system. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of contract account management, billing, or financial transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Database Inconsistencies: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple payment schedules (PS) associated with a single contract account, which should not be the case. This can happen due to:
  
  Data corruption or inconsistencies during data migration or system upgrades.
  Manual errors during data entry or processing.
  Issues with the configuration of contract accounts or payment schedules.
  
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to update the same contract account simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate contract account data, they may inadvertently create inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Use transaction codes