How To Fix /PLMI/LBL_BO077 - Usage data is not consistent; check validity area assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/LBL_BO -

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Usage data is not consistent; check validity area assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/LBL_BO077 - Usage data is not consistent; check validity area assignment ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/LBL_BO077 Usage data is not consistent; check validity area assignment typically occurs in the context of label management or logistics processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the usage data related to the validity area assignment for a particular label or material.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Validity Area Assignment: The validity area assigned to the usage data may not match the expected configuration in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the material or label, such as missing or incorrect entries in the master data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the label management or logistics processes may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in the expected data.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to the material master or label settings, it may lead to inconsistencies if the changes were not properly propagated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Area Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP and verify the validity area assignments for the material or label in question.
  Ensure that the validity area is correctly assigned and corresponds to the expected settings.
  
  
  
  Review Usage Data:
  
  Check the usage data for the material or label to ensure that all entries are valid and consistent.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries that may need to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Master Data Consistency:
  
  Review the material master data and ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly.
  If there are discrepancies, update the master data accordingly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to label management and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the settings align with business requirements.
  
  
  
  Transaction Logs:
  
  Check transaction logs or change logs to identify any recent changes that may have led to the inconsistency.
  If changes were made, assess whether they were implemented correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the usage data is now consistent.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to label management and validity area assignments for further insights into proper configuration and usage.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.