How To Fix MC652 - & & is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 652

• Message text: & & is not consistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC652 - & & is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message MC652 typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data related to the Material Master or the Info Record in the context of Material Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP). The message usually states that a certain field or value is not consistent with the expected data in the system.
  Causes of MC652 Error
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is that the data in the Material Master or Info Record is not aligned. This could be due to manual data entry errors or issues during data migration.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration settings for the material or related master data are not set up correctly, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Changes in Master Data: If changes were made to the Material Master or Info Record without proper updates to related records, it can cause inconsistencies.
  
  
  Batch Management Issues: If batch management is enabled and there are inconsistencies in batch data, this error may occur.
  
  
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the data and they are not synchronized, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solutions to MC652 Error
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the Material Master data for the material in question. Ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly and consistently.
  
  
  Review Info Records: Check the Info Records associated with the material. Ensure that they are correctly maintained and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like MM02 to check and update the Material Master data. You can also use transaction MM03 to view the data and identify any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Batch Data Review: If batch management is enabled, check the batch data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all batches are correctly assigned and that their statuses are appropriate.
  
  
  Reconfigure Settings: If the issue is related to configuration settings, review and reconfigure them as necessary. This may involve working with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all data was transferred correctly and that there are no missing links.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01, MM02, MM03, ME11, ME12, and ME13 for managing Material Master and Info Records.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help files for detailed information on Material Management and Production Planning processes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency that is causing the MC652 error in SAP.