How To Fix SV173 - Function group &1 inconsistent

SV173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Function group &1 inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The table/view &V1& is not declared in the function group &V2&.

System Response

The maintenance dialog cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

To update the data declarations, you must:
Choose 'Edit Function Group' in the transaction SE54, enter the function
group name '&V1&', and choose 'Regenerate Group-Specific Programs'.
Choose 'Refresh Structure-Spec. Data Declaration' in the selection box
that appears.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SV173 - Details

• The SAP error message SV173, which states "Function group &1 inconsistent," typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the function group specified in the error message. This can occur due to various reasons, such as missing or inconsistent function modules, issues with the transport system, or problems with the development environment.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Modules: If a function module within the function group is missing or has not been activated, it can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Transport: If the function group was transported from one system to another and there were issues during the transport, it may result in inconsistencies.
  Development Environment Issues: Changes made in the development environment that were not properly activated or saved can lead to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: Corruption or issues in the database related to the function group can also cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Activation: Ensure that all function modules within the function group are activated. You can do