How To Fix RSOD401 - Contents of PHIO &1 &2 &3 are inconsistent

RSOD401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOD - Messages for Document Link

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Contents of PHIO &1 &2 &3 are inconsistent

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RSOD401 - Details

• The SAP error message RSOD401 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the contents of a particular object, specifically a "PHIO" (Physical Object) in the context of SAP's Object Data Management (ODM) or similar data management systems. This error typically arises when the system detects that the data associated with a physical object is not aligned or consistent with the expected structure or values.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Corruption: The data associated with the PHIO may have been corrupted due to system errors, incomplete updates, or failed transactions.
  Inconsistent Data Updates: If multiple processes or users are trying to update the same object simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to mismatches in expected data formats or structures.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported between systems (e.g., from development to production) without proper checks, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSOD401