/BOFU/PBI_RT002 - Configuration inconsistent for POWL type &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/PBI_RT -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Configuration inconsistent for POWL type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/PBI_RT002 - Configuration inconsistent for POWL type &1 ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/PBI_RT002 Configuration inconsistent for POWL type &1 typically indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the POWL (Personal Object Worklist) type specified in the error message. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when the POWL type is not properly configured or when there are inconsistencies in the underlying data or settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The POWL type specified may not have been configured correctly in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the POWL type, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the POWL type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the POWL configuration transaction (e.g., POWL_COCKPIT or POWL_TYPE).
  Verify that the POWL type specified in the error message is correctly configured.
  Ensure that all necessary settings, such as query definitions and layout settings, are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Data Consistency:
  
  Check the relevant database tables for the POWL type to ensure that all required entries are present and correct.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing data that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the POWL type.
  Check the authorization objects related to POWL and ensure they are correctly assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the POWL type to identify the exact point of failure.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the relevant function modules or classes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for POWL configuration to ensure that all steps have been followed correctly.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the configuration inconsistency related to the specified POWL type.