How To Fix MC279 - Error when reading matchcode object (inconsistency)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Error when reading matchcode object (inconsistency)

What causes this issue?

This is probably an internal inconsistency.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please consult SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC279 - Error when reading matchcode object (inconsistency) ?

  The SAP error message MC279 indicates an inconsistency when reading a matchcode object. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Material Management (MM) or other modules that utilize matchcodes for searching and retrieving data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that the matchcode object is trying to access. This could be due to incomplete data entries, missing records, or corruption in the database.
  
  
  Matchcode Object Configuration: The matchcode object itself may not be configured correctly. This could involve issues with the definition of the matchcode, such as incorrect fields being included or misconfigured search criteria.
  
  
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as locks, corruption, or issues with the database tables that store matchcode data, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the matchcode object was recently transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies due