How To Fix PFO1026 - Technical key and effective key do not match

PFO1026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Technical key and effective key do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1026 - Technical key and effective key do not match ?

  The SAP error message PFO1026, which states "Technical key and effective key do not match," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Personnel Administration or Organizational Management modules. This error indicates a mismatch between the technical key (the unique identifier for an object in the database) and the effective key (the key that is currently valid or active).
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause of this error is data inconsistency in the database. This can happen if there are changes made to the data that have not been properly synchronized or if there are issues with the data model.
  Incorrect Configuration: If the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes or objects are incorrect, it can lead to mismatches between the technical and effective keys.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not complete successfully, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Custom Development: