Error
Error Code:
2571
SAP S/4HANA Error 2571: Broken Metadata Integrity Failure
Description
This error indicates that an internal SAP S/4HANA integrity check has detected inconsistencies or corruption within its metadata. Metadata defines the structure and properties of data, objects, and processes within the system. This issue typically arises during system operations, upgrades, or data migrations when the system attempts to validate its internal structure.
Error Message
ERR_INTEGRITY_BROKEN_METADATA
Known Causes
4 known causesHardware or File System Corruption
Physical disk errors or underlying file system issues can lead to the corruption of critical system files, including metadata definitions.
Incomplete System Updates
An interrupted or partially applied system update, patch, or upgrade can leave metadata in an inconsistent or corrupted state.
Manual Configuration Errors
Incorrect or unauthorized manual modifications to system configurations, development objects, or database tables can inadvertently corrupt metadata.
Database Inconsistencies
Underlying database corruption, failed transactions, or inconsistencies can directly impact the integrity of metadata stored within the database.
Solutions
Coming SoonGeneral Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service