How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER208 - Table &1 is inconsistent.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Table &1 is inconsistent.

What causes this issue?

There is an internal error in table &VAR1&. For complex tables,
attributes for line or cell feed are set which is not correct.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Report the problem to the hotline (BC-SRV-SSF).

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER208 - Table &1 is inconsistent. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER208 indicates that there is an inconsistency in a specific table (denoted by &1) within the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Flexible Workflow or Business Workflow components, where the system expects certain data structures or entries to be consistent for proper functioning.
  Cause:
  
  Data Corruption: The table may have been corrupted due to an incomplete transaction, system crash, or other unforeseen issues.
  Inconsistent Data Entries: There may be entries in the table that do not conform to the expected format or relationships with other tables.
  Missing Entries: Required entries in the table may be missing, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies may arise if the transport was not executed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the table for any inconsistencies. Look for missing or corrupt entries.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP standard tools or reports to check for inconsistencies in the workflow or related tables. For example, you can use transaction SWU3 to perform workflow consistency checks.
  Rebuild or Repair: If the table is corrupted, you may need to rebuild it or restore it from a backup if available. This may involve technical support from your SAP Basis team.
  Review Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving inconsistencies in the affected table.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, SWU3, and others that can help you analyze and troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check for SAP Notes related to your version of SAP and the specific components you are using, as they may provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on workflow management and data consistency to understand the expected structure and relationships of the tables involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency indicated by the SSFCOMPOSER208 error message.