How To Fix GB096 - Inconsistency in substitution "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 they are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  Validate Data: Ensure that all necessary data for the substitution rules is present and correctly configured. This includes checking master data and transaction data that the rules depend on.
  Test Substitution: Use the test functionality available in the substitution configuration to see how the rules are applied to specific transactions. This can help identify where the inconsistency lies.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to substitution rules for any specific guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB28 (Substitution), OB29 (Validation), and other related transaction codes for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on error GB096.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the GB096 error in your SAP system.