How To Fix UMC039 - Inconsistent program state in method &1

UMC039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMC - General Messages

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Inconsistent program state in method &1

What causes this issue?

Inconsistent program state when accessing transaction data.

System Response

The system terminates the transaction.

How to fix this error?

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.

UMC039 - Details

• The SAP error message UMC039, which states "Inconsistent program state in method &1," typically indicates that there is an inconsistency or unexpected condition encountered during the execution of a method in the SAP system. This error can arise from various underlying issues, such as data inconsistencies, configuration problems, or bugs in the code.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being processed may not meet the expected format or constraints, leading to an inconsistent state.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to unexpected behavior in the application.
  Code Bugs: There may be bugs in the custom code or standard SAP code that lead to this error.
  System State: The system may be in an unexpected state due to previous operations or transactions that were not completed successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for more detailed error messages that can provide context about the inconsistency.
  Data Validation: