How To Fix JB153 - Inconsistency in DDIC for & field &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JB - General Message Class for IS-B (Development Class JBD)

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Inconsistency in DDIC for & field &

What causes this issue?

Field '&V1&' is defined in the operating concern and in the DDIC, but
not in the field catalog for Profitability Analysis. This causes an
inconsistent state.

System Response

No changes were made.

How to fix this error?

Inform SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JB153 - Inconsistency in DDIC for & field & ?

  The SAP error message JB153 "Inconsistency in DDIC for & field &" typically indicates that there is a discrepancy or inconsistency in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for a specific field in your SAP system. This can occur due to various reasons, such as changes made to the data model, issues during transport, or inconsistencies in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Transport Issues: If changes to the data dictionary were transported incorrectly, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Direct modifications to the database or data dictionary objects that are not properly reflected in the system can cause this error.
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the data dictionary objects in different environments (e.g., development, quality assurance, production), it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: Corruption or issues in the underlying database can also lead to inconsistencies in the data dictionary.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs to identify any issues that occurred during the transport of data dictionary objects.
  Re-activate Objects: If you suspect that the data dictionary objects are inconsistent, you can try to re-activate the affected objects in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Consistency Check: Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to perform a consistency check on the database tables and structures.
  Repair the Data Dictionary: If the issue persists, you may need to repair the data dictionary objects. This can involve re-creating the affected fields or tables.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving inconsistencies.
  Database Backup: If the issue is severe and cannot be resolved through the above methods, consider restoring from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to JB153 or data dictionary inconsistencies for specific guidance and patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on data dictionary management and best practices for maintaining consistency.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation and resolution.