How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL004 - Data inconsistent (Action terminated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Data inconsistent (Action terminated)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL004 - Data inconsistent (Action terminated) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL004 Data inconsistent (Action terminated) typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an inconsistency in the data being processed during a planning run, particularly in the context of the Deployment or Transportation Load Builder (TLB) processes.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error often arises due to inconsistencies in master data, such as:
  
  Missing or incorrect product master data.
  Incomplete or incorrect location data.
  Issues with transportation lanes or resources.
  Inconsistent or missing planning data in the APO system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can lead to this error. This includes settings related to planning books, data views, or planning profiles.
  
  
  Integration Issues: Problems with the integration between SAP ERP and SAP APO can also cause data inconsistencies, especially if data is not synchronized properly.
  
  
  Data Locking: If another process is locking the data that the TLB process is trying to access, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (product, location, transportation lanes, etc.) is complete and accurate. Ensure that there are no missing entries or incorrect configurations.
  
  
  Review Planning Profiles: Check the planning profiles and ensure that they are correctly set up. This includes verifying the settings for the TLB process.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DM_CHECK to perform a consistency check on the data. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what specific data is causing the inconsistency.
  
  
  Integration Monitoring: Ensure that the integration between SAP ERP and SAP APO is functioning correctly. Use transaction codes like SMQ1 and SMQ2 to monitor the queues for any stuck messages.
  
  
  Reprocess the Data: If the issue is transient, reprocessing the data or restarting the planning run may resolve the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DM_TLB, /SAPAPO/DM_CHECK, and others that are used for monitoring and managing APO processes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO, TLB, and planning processes for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL004 Data inconsistent (Action terminated) error.