Defect & & could not be generated

What causes this issue?

Code &v1& for code group &v2& is not available in catalog &v3&.

System Response

The system did not generate a defect item.

How to fix this error?

The system used a default defect code that no longer exists. This
defect can only be caused by a system inconsistency or as a result of
unauthorized manipulations in the system.
Check the entries in catalog &v3& and maintain the codes that are
missing - or - contact the SAP hotline.

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