How To Fix SLS_LO_GAF_EWB147 - Metadata of field &1 and the check table value field &2 are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LO_GAF_EWB - GAF Enh WB Msg for LO based FPM config sales UI

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Metadata of field &1 and the check table value field &2 are different

What causes this issue?

You have defined a check table for field &V1& and used check table field
&V2& as the corresponding value field. However, the data dictionary
metadata of the two fields is different.

System Response

The system issues a warning. If you select a value during application
runtime using the check table help, however, the system behavior might
be undefined resulting in a runtime error.

How to fix this error?

Check whether or not the differences in the data dictionary metadata are
critical. Find below two lines of data each consisting of the following
properties:
Data type (CHAR4)
Length (NUMC6)
Output length (NUMC6)
Number of decimal places (NUMC6)
Lowercase indicator (CHAR1)
Indicator for sign in numerical fields (CHAR1)
The first line contains the DDIC metadata of the source field &V1&, and
the second line represents the DDIC metadata of the check table value
field:
&V3&
&V4&

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LO_GAF_EWB147 - Metadata of field &1 and the check table value field &2 are different ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LO_GAF_EWB147 indicates that there is a mismatch between the metadata of a field and the corresponding value in the check table. This typically occurs in the context of data validation or data consistency checks within SAP, particularly when dealing with data transfer or integration processes.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The field definition in the metadata (such as data type, length, or other attributes) does not match the definition in the check table.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as changes made to the database schema that have not been reflected in the application layer.
  The data being processed may not conform to the expected format or constraints defined in the check table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions:
  
  Verify the metadata of the field (&1) and the check table value field (&2). Ensure that both definitions match in terms of data type, length, and other attributes.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Check the data being processed to ensure it adheres to the expected format and constraints. Look for any invalid or unexpected values that may be causing the mismatch.
  
  
  
  Update Metadata:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the database schema or field definitions, ensure that the application layer is updated accordingly. This may involve regenerating data dictionary objects or updating the relevant configurations.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there is any custom code or enhancements that interact with the fields in question, review that code to ensure it is correctly handling the data and not introducing inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with. There may be known issues or additional guidance available.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the fields and tables involved.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution flow and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SLS_LO_GAF_EWB147 error in your SAP system.