How To Fix UCS0058 - Inconsistency: Master data does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Inconsistency: Master data does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system cannot go to the master data because data is inconsistent
and no master data exists for the selected object.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create the missing master data in the consolidation workbench.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0058 - Inconsistency: Master data does not exist ?

  The SAP error message UCS0058, which states "Inconsistency: Master data does not exist," typically indicates that the system is trying to access or process master data that is either missing or not properly configured in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with customer data, vendor data, material master data, or other types of master records.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The specific master data record that the system is trying to access does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the master data may be incorrect, leading to the system being unable to locate the required data.
  Data Deletion: The master data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the required master data exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., for customer data, use transaction code XD03 for display).
  Create Missing Data: If the master data is indeed missing, create the necessary records using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., XD01 for creating customer master data).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the master data in question. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the master data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the master data. This can help pinpoint issues that need to be resolved.
  Consult Logs: Review system logs or error logs for additional details that may provide insight into why the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as XD01, XD02, XD03 for customer data, MK01, MK02, MK03 for vendor data, and MM01, MM02, MM03 for material master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or solutions for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on master data management and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.