How To Fix UPC099 - Program is inconsistent -> see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Program is inconsistent -> see long text

What causes this issue?

An inconsistent program status has occurred. The program cannot be
continued.

System Response

The system crashes.

How to fix this error?

Look in OSS for a note under the error message UPC099.
When you open a problem message, send the first pages of the system
crash message including the section 'Source code excerpt ' with the
message.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC099 - Program is inconsistent -> see long text ?

  The SAP error message UPC099, which states "Program is inconsistent -> see long text," typically indicates that there is an inconsistency in the program or transaction you are trying to execute. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing or corrupted objects, inconsistencies in the database, or issues with the program code itself.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Objects: The program may reference objects (like tables, function modules, or classes) that are missing or have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Code Changes: Recent changes to the program code or related objects may have introduced errors or inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that affect the program's ability to execute correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain objects, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Long Text: The first step is to check the long text of the error message for more specific information about the inconsistency.
  Activate Objects: If the program or any of its components are not activated, activate them in the ABAP Workbench (SE80 or SE38).
  Check Transport Logs: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to step through the program and identify where the inconsistency occurs.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the database and the program objects. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check for inconsistencies.
  Recompile the Program: Sometimes recompiling the program can resolve issues. You can do this by going to SE38, selecting the program, and choosing the option to activate or recompile.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the program has the necessary authorizations to access all required objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for further investigation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further analysis and resolution.