How To Fix PPE_INST053 - Change state table for geom. inst. inconsistent; duplicate entries exist

PPE_INST053 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_INST - Messages for Geometric Instances

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Change state table for geom. inst. inconsistent; duplicate entries exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_INST053 - Change state table for geom. inst. inconsistent; duplicate entries exist ?

  The SAP error message PPE_INST053 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the change state table for a geometric instance, specifically that there are duplicate entries present. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) or similar modules where geometric instances are used to manage production processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the change state table for a geometric instance. This can happen due to:
  
  Data corruption or inconsistencies in the database.
  Incorrect data entry or processing that leads to multiple records being created for the same instance.
  Issues during data migration or system upgrades.
  
  
  
  System Bugs: Sometimes, bugs in the SAP system or specific configurations can lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PPE_INST053 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables (e.g., the change state