How To Fix ACMDT_OBJSTATUS039 - DDL source '&1' is orphaned in table TADIR (PGMID=&2; OBJ=&3; DEVCLASS=&4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACMDT_OBJSTATUS - ACM: Messages for the Object-Status of Designtime-Objects

• Message number: 039

• Message text: DDL source '&1' is orphaned in table TADIR (PGMID=&2; OBJ=&3; DEVCLASS=&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS039 - DDL source '&1' is orphaned in table TADIR (PGMID=&2; OBJ=&3; DEVCLASS=&4 ?

  The SAP error message ACMDT_OBJSTATUS039 indicates that there is an orphaned DDL (Data Definition Language) source in the TADIR table. This typically means that there is a reference to an object in the TADIR table that does not have a corresponding entry in the relevant object table. The message provides specific details about the orphaned object, including the program ID (PGMID), object name (OBJ), and development class (DEVCLASS).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Object: The object referenced in the TADIR table may have been deleted or not properly created.
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the object to not be created correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the database due to manual changes or errors during development.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object referenced in the error message exists in the appropriate object table. For example, if it’s a table, check in the relevant database table.
  Recreate the Object: If the object is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Delete Orphaned Entry: If the object is confirmed to be deleted and is no longer needed, you can remove the orphaned entry from the TADIR table. This should be done with caution and ideally in consultation with your SAP Basis team.
  Transport Request: If the issue arose from a transport, check the transport logs for errors and consider re-importing the transport request.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any other potential inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: This table contains the directory of all objects in the SAP system, including their development classes and other metadata.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the objects and their statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Backup and Restore: Always ensure you have a backup before making changes to the database, especially when deleting entries.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP Basis team for further assistance.