How To Fix GB046 - Data inconsistency in substitution "&", step "&"

GB046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Data inconsistency in substitution "&", step "&"

What causes this issue?

During ABAP code generation, a data inconsistency was found in the &V1&
substitution.

System Response

The corresponding ABAP code was generated for the Boolean statement,
but it could be, that the valuation of the statement could lead to an
unexpected result.

How to fix this error?

Check and correct the &V1& substitution using the substitution
maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GB046 - Details

• The SAP error message GB046 indicates a data inconsistency in the substitution process, specifically related to a substitution rule or step. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data that is being processed during the substitution.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often occurs when the substitution rule is not correctly defined or when the data being substituted does not match the expected format or criteria.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: If the master data (like material master, customer master, etc.) that the substitution relies on is missing or incorrect, it can lead to this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the substitution settings or rules can also lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the substitution rules were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substitution Rules: Review the substitution rules and ensure that