How To Fix MGV028 - Customizing data for version type &1 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Customizing data for version type &1 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

In version type &v1& the field or field package &v2& is not contained
in the customizing tables. It is possible that a transport for creating
these fields in the customizing tables has not yet been imported.

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?

Carry out the following steps:
If you want to newly add the field or field package carry out the
following activities in the Implementation Guide (IMG):
Logistics - General -> Material master -> Spezialization and Versioning
-> <DS:SIMG.MGV_C_VTYPECUST_WRK>Maintain version type</>.
Import the order to which the field or field package &v2& is to be
added.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV028 - Customizing data for version type &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message MGV028 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the customizing data for a specific version type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with product versions in SAP.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Customizing Entries: The customizing settings for the specified version type may not be properly defined or may be missing altogether.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the customizing data due to system errors or improper data handling.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing data was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Version Type Not Defined: The version type specified in the error message may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MGV028 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the version types are defined.
  Verify that the version type in question is correctly configured and that all necessary entries are present.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like CU50 (for variant configuration) to check for inconsistencies in the configuration data.
  Run consistency checks to identify any missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Recreate Version Type:
  
  If the version type is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you have a backup of any necessary data before doing this.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version type and customizing settings to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, CU50, and others related to variant configuration and customizing.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to MGV028 or version type inconsistencies in the SAP Support Portal for additional guidance and potential fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on variant configuration and customizing settings to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the MGV028 error in your SAP system.