How To Fix FINB_PR053 - Metadata of persistence object &1/&2 was imported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_PR - Persistence Manager

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Metadata of persistence object &1/&2 was imported

What causes this issue?

Metadata of object &V1& (valid as of &V2& of application &V3&, area ID
&V4&) was imported.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_PR053 - Metadata of persistence object &1/&2 was imported ?

  The SAP error message FINB_PR053 indicates that there is an issue related to the metadata of a persistence object in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the metadata of the persistence object, which can occur during data import or system upgrades.
  Cause:
  
  Metadata Mismatch: The metadata of the persistence object (e.g., a table or a data structure) does not match the expected structure in the system.
  Incomplete Import: The import process for the persistence object was not completed successfully, leading to missing or corrupted metadata.
  Version Compatibility: The persistence object may have been created or modified in a different version of the system, leading to compatibility issues.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Metadata: Verify the metadata of the persistence object in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or structures in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Re-import Metadata: If the metadata is indeed corrupted or incomplete, you may need to re-import the metadata. This can be done through the transport management system (STMS) or by re-running the import process.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks for the affected persistence object. You can use transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check and adjust the database objects.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the import.
  System Upgrade: If the error occurred after a system upgrade, ensure that all necessary post-upgrade steps have been completed, including any required adjustments to the metadata.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), STMS (Transport Management System).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to FINB_PR053 for detailed guidance and potential fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the Financial Accounting module to understand the structure and requirements of persistence objects.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.