How To Fix VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE076 - Detected temporary inconsistency on &1 due to pattern violation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE - VCH Trace: High level messages in Dependency Trace

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Detected temporary inconsistency on &1 due to pattern violation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE076 - Detected temporary inconsistency on &1 due to pattern violation ?

  The SAP error message VCH_HL_DEP_TRACE076 indicates that there is a temporary inconsistency detected in the system due to a pattern violation. This error typically arises in the context of data consistency checks, particularly in scenarios involving hierarchical data structures or dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error is often caused by inconsistencies in the data that violate expected patterns or rules defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrectly configured master data.
  Issues with transactional data that do not align with the expected hierarchical structure.
  Temporary states during data processing that lead to violations of integrity constraints.
  
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it can lead to temporary inconsistencies.
  
  
  System Bugs: In some cases, this error may be triggered by bugs in the SAP system or specific configurations that are not functioning as intended.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency: 
  
  Review the data related to the object indicated by &1 in the error message. Ensure that all related master and transactional data are consistent and adhere to the expected patterns.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to inspect the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: 
  
  If the error is due to a temporary state, reprocessing the transaction after a short wait may resolve the issue. This allows any locks or temporary inconsistencies to clear.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the hierarchical data or dependencies. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help in diagnosing and resolving data issues, such as SE11, SE16, SM37 (Job Monitoring), and ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  Data Integrity Checks: Implement regular data integrity checks to catch inconsistencies early and prevent such errors from occurring in the future.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of any changes made to configurations or data structures to help trace back any issues that arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.