How To Fix ICL_POL020 - Data of structure &1 is inconsistent with data in table &2

ICL_POL020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_POL - Messages for Policy Snapshot, Policy, and ...

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Data of structure &1 is inconsistent with data in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_POL020 - Data of structure &1 is inconsistent with data in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message ICL_POL020 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the data in a specific structure and the data in a related table. This error typically arises in the context of insurance or claims processing within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Claims Management (ICL) module.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the relevant fields.
  Data Migration Issues: Problems during data migration from legacy systems to SAP, leading to mismatched records.
  Custom Development: Custom programs or enhancements that do not properly handle data consistency checks.
  Database Corruption: Rarely, database corruption can lead to inconsistencies between structures and tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how data is stored or retrieved.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ICL_POL020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Identify the specific structure and table mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1 and &2).
  Use transaction