How To Fix BTFR_MESS124 - Error when checking TADIR entry (&1, RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BTFR_MESS - Messages for BTFR Text Administration

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Error when checking TADIR entry (&1, RC = &2)

What causes this issue?

There is a common TADIR entry for
for OTR texts belonging to the same packet:
R3TR SOTR <packet name> for short texts
R3TR SOTS <packet name> for long texts
The TADIR entry is created when the first text is created in a packet.
If there is still no TADIR entry in any system, the entry must first be
created in the
original system (of the packet).
An internal error has occurred while checking for the existence of a
TADIR entry.

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

System Response

The function will be cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BTFR_MESS124 - Error when checking TADIR entry (&1, RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message BTFR_MESS124 indicates an issue related to the TADIR table, which is a database table that stores information about the objects in the SAP system, including their transport status. The error message typically occurs when there is a problem with the transport directory entry for a specific object.
  Cause:
  The error message "Error when checking TADIR entry (&1, RC = &2)" suggests that there is an issue with the TADIR entry for the specified object (&1) and the return code (&2) indicates the nature of the problem. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing TADIR Entry: The object you are trying to transport does not have a corresponding entry in the TADIR table.
  Inconsistent Transport Directory: The transport directory may be inconsistent or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the TADIR entries.
  Transport Request Issues: The transport request may be incomplete or not properly released.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BTFR_MESS124 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check TADIR Entry:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to view the TADIR table and check if the entry for the specified object exists.
  If the entry is missing, you may need to create it manually or ensure that the object is properly included in a transport request.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request containing the object is released. You can do this using transaction SE09 or SE10.
  If the transport request is not released, release it and try again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify TADIR entries. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory Consistency:
  
  Check the consistency of the transport directory. You can use transaction SE01 to check for inconsistencies and resolve them as needed.
  
  
  
  Re-import Transport:
  
  If the issue persists, consider re-importing the transport request to ensure that all objects are correctly included.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: This table contains entries for all objects that can be transported in the SAP system. Each entry includes information about the object type, name, and transport status.
  Transport Management System (TMS): The TMS is responsible for managing the transport of objects between different SAP systems (e.g., Development, Quality Assurance, Production).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE09 (Transport Organizer), SE10 (Transport Organizer - Extended), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing transports and checking TADIR entries.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.