How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE171 - Inconsistent row &1 for material &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Inconsistent row &1 for material &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE171 - Inconsistent row &1 for material &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE171 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data related to a specific material in the context of the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. The message typically points to an issue with the data integrity of a particular row in the database for the specified material.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can arise from several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data entries in the database for the specified material.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The material master data may not be aligned with the planning data, leading to discrepancies.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the system may not be correctly set up, causing mismatches in data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors during the migration process.
  Concurrent Updates: Simultaneous updates to the same data by different users or processes can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables for the material in question.
  Look for any discrepancies in the data entries.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master data (transaction MM03) and verify that all relevant fields are correctly filled out and consistent.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use SAP standard reports or tools to run consistency checks on the data. This may include running the CIF consistency check if you are using CIF for integration.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the system to ensure they are set up correctly for the material and planning area.
  
  
  
  Data Repair:
  
  If you identify corrupted or inconsistent data, you may need to manually correct it or use a data repair tool if available.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM03, SE11, SE16, and any specific transaction codes related to your planning module.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (IBP, APO, etc.) for additional insights on data integrity and consistency.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE171.