How To Fix /SCMB/DM_SEL013 - Inconsistent Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/DM_SEL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Inconsistent Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/DM_SEL013 - Inconsistent Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/DM_SEL013 Inconsistent Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the customizing settings related to the data model or selection criteria.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Customizing: This error usually indicates that there are inconsistencies in the customizing settings for the data model. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect entries in the customizing tables.
  Changes made to the data model that have not been properly reflected in the customizing settings.
  Incomplete configuration of the data model or selection criteria.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the customizing settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be issues with the transport that led to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If there are different versions of the customizing settings across different systems, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings: 
  
  Go to the customizing transaction (SPRO) and verify the settings related to the data model and selection criteria.
  Ensure that all required entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: 
  
  Use transaction /SCMB/DM_CHECK or similar tools to perform a consistency check on the customizing settings. This can help identify specific inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary customizing settings were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure: 
  
  If necessary, reconfigure the data model or selection criteria to ensure that they are consistent with the overall system configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/DM for data model management and /SCMB/DM_SEL for selection criteria.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the /SCMB/DM_SEL013 error in your SAP system.