How To Fix G3457 - Inconsistency betw. local/global char. and field allocation (table &1)

G3457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Inconsistency betw. local/global char. and field allocation (table &1)

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G3457 - Details

• The SAP error message G3457 indicates an inconsistency between local/global characteristics and field allocation in a specific table. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data modeling, particularly when dealing with characteristics in the context of reporting or data warehousing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The error often occurs when there is a mismatch between the definitions of local and global characteristics in the data model. This can happen if changes were made to the data model without properly updating all related components.
  Field Allocation Issues: If fields in a table are not correctly allocated or if there are discrepancies in the field definitions, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) without proper checks, inconsistencies may arise.
  Version Mismatch: If different versions of the data model are being used across different environments, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Model Definitions: