How To Fix SD_CDS_ENTITY031 - Inconsistent CDS Header Information generated for "&1" ( "&2" )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_CDS_ENTITY - Messages for STOBS/entities

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Inconsistent CDS Header Information generated for "&1" ( "&2" )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY031 - Inconsistent CDS Header Information generated for "&1" ( "&2" ) ?

  The SAP error message SD_CDS_ENTITY031 indicates that there is inconsistent information in the Core Data Services (CDS) header for a specific entity. This error typically arises in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when there are discrepancies in the data being processed, particularly when dealing with CDS views that aggregate or represent sales documents.
  Cause
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be discrepancies in the underlying database tables that the CDS view is based on. This could be due to missing or incorrect data in the sales documents, customer master data, or other related tables.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the SAP system related to the sales document types, item categories, or other related settings can lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  CDS View Definition: The CDS view itself may have been defined incorrectly, leading to mismatches in the expected data structure.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the CDS views or related objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies due to missing or outdated objects.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the underlying tables for the specific entity mentioned in the error message. Look for any missing or inconsistent data.
  Run consistency checks for sales documents and related master data.
  
  
  
  Review CDS View Definition:
  
  Check the definition of the CDS view in transaction SE11 or SE80. Ensure that the fields and associations are correctly defined and that they match the underlying database structure.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the sales document types and item categories in the SPRO transaction. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were transported correctly. Check for any missing dependencies.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP code to trace where the inconsistency is occurring.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the official SAP documentation for any additional insights or troubleshooting steps related to CDS views and the specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Always check for the latest SAP Notes related to CDS views and the specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the SD_CDS_ENTITY031 error.