How To Fix STOBJ118 - (Information for &-& is not consistent)

STOBJ118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STOBJ - Dictionary Structured Objects

• Message number: 118

• Message text: (Information for &-& is not consistent)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STOBJ118 - (Information for &-& is not consistent) ?

  The SAP error message STOBJ118 ("Information for &-& is not consistent") typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the data related to a specific object in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, transactional data, or configuration settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The most common cause is that the data for the specified object (e.g., material, vendor, customer) is not consistent across different tables or records in the database.
  Missing or Incorrect Entries: There may be missing entries in related tables or incorrect data that does not match the expected format or values.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might be causing inconsistencies in how data is being processed or stored.
  System Upgrades or Migrations: If the system has recently been upgraded or migrated, data inconsistencies can arise due to changes in data structures or formats.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like SE11