How To Fix FPB_PERSONALIZATION101 - Inconsistent state in field REFTAB (application &1, field name &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_PERSONALIZATION - Personalization

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Inconsistent state in field REFTAB (application &1, field name &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_PERSONALIZATION101 - Inconsistent state in field REFTAB (application &1, field name &2) ?

  The SAP error message FPB_PERSONALIZATION101 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the personalization data for a specific field in a particular application. The error message typically points to an issue with the reference table (REFTAB) for the specified application and field name.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Personalization Data: The personalization data for the specified field may be corrupted or inconsistent. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual changes to the personalization settings.
  Data migration issues.
  System upgrades or patches that did not complete successfully.
  Conflicts between different user settings.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Reference Table: The reference table that the field is supposed to point to may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  
  User-Specific Settings: The error may arise from user-specific settings that are not aligned with the system's expected configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Personalization Settings: 
  
  Go to the personalization settings for the affected application and field. Review the settings to ensure they are correct and consistent.
  If necessary, reset the personalization settings for the user experiencing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Reference Table Configuration:
  
  Verify that the reference table (REFTAB) is correctly defined in the system. Check if the table exists and if the field mappings are correct.
  If the reference table is missing or incorrect, you may need to restore it or correct the configuration.
  
  
  
  Clear User-Specific Data:
  
  If the issue is user-specific, consider clearing the user-specific personalization data. This can often resolve inconsistencies.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) to reset the user’s settings.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates. Sometimes, bugs in earlier versions can lead to such errors.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues and fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check table definitions and SU53 (Authorization Check) to troubleshoot authorization issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify the personalization settings.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FPB_PERSONALIZATION101 error in your SAP system.