How To Fix GPD055 - No consistency checks for manual changes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPD - Pegging & Distribution

• Message number: 055

• Message text: No consistency checks for manual changes

What causes this issue?

The view cluster only serves manual correction purposes when there are
data inconsistencies. There are no automatic consistency checks.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPD055 - No consistency checks for manual changes ?

  The SAP error message GPD055 ("No consistency checks for manual changes") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Global Trade Services (GTS) or when dealing with the Global Product Data (GPD) functionality. This error indicates that there are manual changes made to product data that have not been validated against the system's consistency checks.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Changes: The error is triggered when manual changes are made to product data without going through the proper validation or consistency checks.
  Missing Configuration: The system may not be configured to perform consistency checks for certain manual changes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be underlying data integrity issues that prevent the system from validating the changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Perform Consistency Checks: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where the changes were made and perform the necessary consistency checks. This may involve using specific GTS transactions or reports designed to validate product data.
  
  
  
  Review Manual Changes: 
  
  Review the manual changes made to the product data. Ensure that they comply with the expected formats and values required by the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: 
  
  Check the configuration settings in the GTS or relevant module to ensure that consistency checks are enabled for manual changes. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or GTS administrator.
  
  
  
  Data Correction: 
  
  If inconsistencies are found, correct the data as necessary. This may involve reverting changes or updating fields to meet the required criteria.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to GPD and GTS for specific guidelines on handling manual changes and consistency checks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to GTS and product data management, such as /GTS/PRD for product data management.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users making manual changes have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform such actions, as this can impact the ability to run consistency checks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.