How To Fix 0M115 - Modification parenthesis structure is inconsistent -> Reset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0M - Customer Enhancements

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Modification parenthesis structure is inconsistent -> Reset

What causes this issue?

The modification bracket structure is inconsistent.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can no longer perform a proper comparison of your modifications.
Reset the program to original status. If your modifications are then
still necessary, use the Version Management option to do this.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0M115 - Modification parenthesis structure is inconsistent -> Reset ?

  The SAP error message 0M115: Modification parenthesis structure is inconsistent -> Reset typically occurs in the context of modifications made to the SAP system, particularly when dealing with enhancements or customizations. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the modification structure, which can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Modifications: If there are multiple modifications made to the same object or if modifications are not properly managed, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If modifications were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport, it can cause inconsistencies.
  Manual Changes: Manual changes made directly in the production environment without proper transport management can lead to this error.
  Version Conflicts: If different versions of the same object exist in the system, it can lead to conflicts and inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Reset Modifications: The error message suggests resetting the modifications. This can be done using transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to identify and reset the modifications.
  
  Go to SE03, select "Modifications" and then "Modifications Overview" to find the inconsistent modifications.
  You can reset the modifications by selecting the relevant entries and choosing the reset option.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs: Review the transport logs to identify any issues that occurred during the transport of modifications. This can help in understanding if the inconsistency arose from a transport issue.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 to check the consistency of the objects involved. You can also use transaction SE38 to run the report RS_ABAP_CHECK_MODIFICATIONS to check for inconsistencies.
  
  
  Re-implement Modifications: If the modifications are critical, consider re-implementing them after ensuring that the structure is consistent.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE03 (Transport Organizer), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE38 (ABAP Reports).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide specific guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on modification management and transport management for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.