How To Fix /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS090 - Inconsistent field modification structures between C&D and DC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Inconsistent field modification structures between C&D and DC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS090 - Inconsistent field modification structures between C&D and DC ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS090 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the field modification structures between the Configuration (C) and Development (D) environments in the context of Data Consistency (DC) tools. This typically arises in scenarios where there are discrepancies in the data model or configuration settings between different environments, which can lead to issues in data processing or application behavior.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Models: The field modification structures in the Configuration and Development environments may not match. This can happen if changes were made in one environment but not transported to the other.
  Transport Issues: If the transport requests that include changes to field modification structures were not successfully imported or were partially imported, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made directly in one environment without corresponding changes in the other can also lead to this error.
  Versioning Issues: Different versions of the application or configuration settings may lead to discrepancies in the expected field modifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Compare Structures: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to compare the field modification structures in both environments. Identify any discrepancies.
  Transport Missing Changes: If changes were made in one environment, ensure that the relevant transport requests are created and imported into the other environment.
  Synchronize Configurations: Ensure that both environments have the same configuration settings. This may involve manually updating one environment to match the other.
  Check for Manual Changes: Review any manual changes made in either environment and ensure they are consistent across both.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure that you are following best practices for configuration and transport management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving inconsistencies in field modification structures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing in both environments to ensure that the issue is resolved and that there are no further inconsistencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS090.