How To Fix SIC_NORM_ENGINE052 - Object normalizing strategy &1 inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_ENGINE - Messages from normalization engine

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Object normalizing strategy &1 inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Object normalizing strategy &V1& is inconsistent.

System Response

The object normalizing strategy cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

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

Correct the object normalizing strategy in Customizing. To find out the
reason for the inconsistency, call the "Check" function in Customizing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE052 - Object normalizing strategy &1 inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE052 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the object normalizing strategy specified in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's text search and indexing functionalities, particularly when dealing with the normalization of objects in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The normalizing strategy for the specified object may not be correctly configured or may be missing.
  Data Integrity Problems: There may be issues with the underlying data that the normalizing strategy is supposed to handle.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the normalizing strategy, they may not align with the expected configurations.
  Transport Issues: If the normalizing strategy was transported from another system, it may not have been properly adjusted for the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (for Internet Communication Framework) or SICN (for Normalization) to review the configuration of the normalizing strategy.
  Ensure that the normalizing strategy for the specified object is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Object Settings:
  
  Use transaction SICN to check the settings for the object that is causing the error. Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom implementations related to the normalizing strategy, review the code to ensure it adheres to the expected structure and logic.
  
  
  
  Transport Adjustments:
  
  If the normalizing strategy was transported, verify that all necessary components and dependencies were included in the transport request. Adjust any settings as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific normalizing strategy and the object in question for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SICF, SICN
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation related to text search and normalization strategies for more context on how these components interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message SIC_NORM_ENGINE052.