How To Fix /SAPAPO/MC01171 - Inconsistent data has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MC01 -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Inconsistent data has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01171 - Inconsistent data has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MC01171 indicates that there is inconsistent data in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, which has been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of master data or transactional data inconsistencies, particularly in the context of planning and forecasting.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error usually occurs when there are inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Data migration issues.
  Incomplete or incorrect data updates.
  Conflicts between different data sources or systems.
  
  
  
  Data Deletion: The system may have automatically deleted certain records that were found to be inconsistent, leading to this error message.
  
  
  Integration Issues: If there are issues with the integration between SAP ERP and SAP APO, it can lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: 
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking the consistency of master data) or /SAPAPO/MC67 (for checking the consistency of planning data) to identify inconsistencies.
  Review the logs and reports to find out which specific data records were inconsistent.
  
  
  
  Recreate Deleted Data: If the system has deleted data, you may need to recreate it. This could involve:
  
  Re-entering master data or transactional data manually.
  Running data synchronization jobs to ensure that the data is consistent across systems.
  
  
  
  Data Migration and Updates: If the inconsistency arose from a data migration process, ensure that the migration was completed successfully and that all necessary data was transferred correctly.
  
  
  Integration Checks: If the issue is related to integration with SAP ERP, check the configuration and settings for the integration. Ensure that data is being transferred correctly between systems.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the problem persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and the nature of the inconsistency.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for data consistency checks and master data maintenance in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SAPAPO/MC01171 for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the inconsistency.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the inconsistency and take appropriate actions to resolve the error.