How To Fix RSRV202 - Value &1 is not consistent (external: &2; internal: &3)

RSRV202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRV -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Value &1 is not consistent (external: &2; internal: &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRV202 - Value &1 is not consistent (external: &2; internal: &3) ?

  The SAP error message RSRV202 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data between the external and internal representations of a value in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error typically arises during data validation checks, particularly when using the transaction code RSRV, which is used for checking the consistency of InfoObjects, InfoProviders, and other BW objects.
  
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Load Issues: Problems during the data loading process can lead to discrepancies between the external data source and the internal BW representation.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as modifications to InfoObjects or InfoProviders, can result in inconsistencies if the data is not properly updated or reloaded.
  Data Transformation Errors: Errors in the transformation rules or data mapping can lead to mismatches between the expected and actual data values.
  Data Cleansing Issues: If data cleansing processes are not correctly applied, it can