How To Fix /SCDL/TS053 - Inconsistent combination of action codes: Header &1, item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCDL/TS -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Inconsistent combination of action codes: Header &1, item &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCDL/TS053 - Inconsistent combination of action codes: Header &1, item &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCDL/TS053 Inconsistent combination of action codes: Header &1, item &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a mismatch between the action codes defined at the header level and those defined at the item level in a planning or execution process.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Action Codes: The error indicates that the action codes assigned to the header and the items do not match or are not compatible. For example, if the header has an action code that indicates a certain type of processing (like "Create" or "Change"), but the item has a different action code that does not align with the header's action, this inconsistency will trigger the error.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors or incorrect configuration settings can lead to this inconsistency.
  
  
  Custom Logic: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that manipulate action codes, they might not be correctly handling the relationships between header and item action codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Action Codes: Review the action codes assigned to both the header and the item. Ensure that they are consistent and compatible. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report where the error occurred and checking the details of the header and item.
  
  
  Correct Data: If you find discrepancies, correct the action codes either at the header or item level to ensure they match. This may involve changing the action code of the item to align with the header or vice versa.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings related to action codes in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined to prevent such inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SCM, APO) for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you may want to debug the process to see how the action codes are being assigned and where the inconsistency arises.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit the relevant documents (e.g., /SCDL/TS for transport scheduling).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message /SCDL/TS053.