How To Fix SCPR_ATC018 - SOBJ piece list for table/view in customizing object is not consistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCPR_ATC - Message class for ATC checks on BC sets

• Message number: 018

• Message text: SOBJ piece list for table/view in customizing object is not consistent

What causes this issue?

The object piece list (SOBJ) of table/view in customizing object does
not match the piece list of the table/view in the Dictionary Definition.

System Response

The BC Set display/maintenance transactions display the table/view as
part of the customizing object. The activation procedure also regards
the table/view as part of the customizing object, and activates it, such
that table entries are created/updated.
This might lead to inconsistencies in terms of data, upon activation of
BC-Set.

How to fix this error?

Usually SOBJ definition is generated succeeding maintenance view
generation process.
Compare the SOBJ transaction object piece list with the Data Dictionary
(SE11) piece list, and resolve differences in the object piece list.
Choose the 'Compare with Dictionary' pushbutton in SOBJ. This pushbutton
is only active in change mode.
For cluster objects, you must correct the object lists of the sub
objects first.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCPR_ATC018 - SOBJ piece list for table/view in customizing object is not consistent ?

  The SAP error message SCPR_ATC018 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the object list for a customizing object, specifically related to a table or view. This error typically arises during the transport of customizing objects or when performing checks on the consistency of customizing settings.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Entries: The object list for the customizing object may be missing entries that are expected.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the customizing object.
  Transport Issues: If the customizing object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made to the customizing object that do not align with the expected structure can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCPR_ATC018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Object List:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) and check the object list for the specific table or view mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that all expected entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to perform a consistency check on the transport requests related to the customizing object.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing objects and address them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Object:
  
  If the object is severely corrupted, consider recreating the customizing object from scratch. This may involve deleting the existing object and creating a new one with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request for any errors or warnings. You may need to re-import the transport or correct any issues in the source system.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific customizing object to ensure that all required settings and configurations are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11, SE14, SE03, SE80 (Object Navigator)
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Transport Management: Understanding the transport management system (TMS) and how customizing objects are transported can help prevent future inconsistencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the SCPR_ATC018 error.