How To Fix AD238 - Object & (&) was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Object & (&) was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD238 - Object & (&) was deleted ?

  The SAP error message AD238 indicates that an object (such as a transport request, program, or other development object) has been deleted. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when an object is removed from the system or when it is no longer available in the transport directory.
  Cause:
  
  Object Deletion: The object was explicitly deleted by a user or through a transport request.
  Transport Issues: The object may have been deleted in the source system and not properly transported to the target system.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes in the development environment, such as deletion of objects in the development system that were not reflected in the quality or production systems.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the object, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify if the object still exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object.
  Transport Request: If the object was deleted in the development system, check if it was included in a transport request that was moved to the target system. If so, you may need to re-import the transport request.
  Restore from Backup: If the object was deleted unintentionally, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Consult Change Logs: If available, check the change logs to see who deleted the object and when. This can provide insights into whether the deletion was intentional or accidental.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), and SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific object type you are dealing with.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that occurred around the time of the deletion.
  Development Guidelines: Ensure that proper development guidelines and change management processes are in place to prevent accidental deletions in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.