How To Fix GB096 - Inconsistency in substitution "&"

GB096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Inconsistency in substitution "&"

What causes this issue?

An inconsistency was discovered in the tax table entries of
substitution &V1&.

System Response

No response.

How to fix this error?

Carry out the <DS:TRAN.GGB1>maintenance transaction</> and save
substitution &V1& once again. Afterwards, repeat the action that led to
this message.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB096 - Inconsistency in substitution "&" ?

  The SAP error message GB096, which states "Inconsistency in substitution '&'", typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's substitution functionality, often related to financial accounting or controlling modules. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the substitution rules defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The substitution rules may not be correctly configured, leading to inconsistencies in how they are applied.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data that the substitution rule relies on may be missing or incorrectly entered.
  Conflicting Rules: There may be conflicting substitution rules that lead to ambiguity in how the system should process certain transactions.
  Transport Issues: If the substitution rules were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Substitution Rules: Go to the transaction code OB28 (for financial accounting) or the relevant transaction for your module and review the substitution rules. Ensure that