How To Fix /SMB/CONSISTENCY023 - TDC &1 is not correctly defined in /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONSISTENCY -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: TDC &1 is not correctly defined in /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY023 - TDC &1 is not correctly defined in /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN . ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY023 TDC &1 is not correctly defined in /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN typically relates to issues with the configuration of the TDC (Technical Data Container) in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics solutions.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the TDC specified (represented by &1 in the error message) is not properly defined in the /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN table. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Entry: The TDC might not have an entry in the /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The TDC might be incorrectly configured, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the TDC was transported from another system, the transport might not have included the necessary configuration.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the TDC and the expected configuration in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the TDC Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the /SMB/TYPE_ASSIGN table.
  Look for the entry corresponding to the TDC mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Add or Correct the Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you may need to add it manually.
  If the entry exists but is incorrect, you should correct the configuration based on the expected settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the TDC was recently transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests were successfully imported and that no objects were missed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or notes related to the specific TDC and its configuration to ensure that all required settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this can sometimes resolve configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific error message or TDC configuration for additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on TDCs and their configuration in your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SMB/CONSISTENCY023.