How To Fix /UI2/PAGE016 - Page &1: Inconsistent - Save not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/PAGE -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Page &1: Inconsistent - Save not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/PAGE016 - Page &1: Inconsistent - Save not possible ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/PAGE016 Page &1: Inconsistent - Save not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications when there is an inconsistency in the data or configuration of a specific page. This error indicates that the system has detected an issue that prevents the saving of changes made to the page.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be missing or incorrect data in the underlying data model that the page relies on.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the Fiori application or the underlying OData service may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the page.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as network problems, system performance issues, or bugs in the application.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Review the data being entered or modified on the page. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data adheres to any validation rules.
  If applicable, check the backend system for any inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the Fiori application and the associated OData service. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Check for any recent changes in the configuration that might have led to this inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the save operation. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development tools, you can debug the application to identify the exact point of failure. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) and the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the steps to reproduce it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  Fiori Launchpad: Familiarize yourself with the Fiori Launchpad and its configuration, as issues may arise from the way tiles and pages are set up.
  OData Services: Understanding the OData services used by the Fiori application can help in diagnosing issues related to data retrieval and submission.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /UI2/PAGE016 error message.