How To Fix CHK_ENH423 - Composite implementation &1 does not exist (TADIR entry still exists)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CHK_ENH - Messages for enhancement checks

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Composite implementation &1 does not exist (TADIR entry still exists)

What causes this issue?

The composite enhancement implementation &V1& does not exist; however,
the corresponding TADIR entry still exists.

System Response

The TADIR entry for a deleted development object will be deleted when
the transport is released.

How to fix this error?

Release the request that contains the object deletion. If the deleted
object is not in any open request, include it manually (in SE09) in a
request and release the same.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CHK_ENH423 - Composite implementation &1 does not exist (TADIR entry still exists) ?

  The SAP error message CHK_ENH423 indicates that there is a composite implementation (enhancement implementation) that is referenced in the system but does not exist in the expected location, even though there is still an entry for it in the TADIR table. This can happen due to various reasons, such as transport issues, deletion of the enhancement implementation, or inconsistencies in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Enhancement Implementation: The enhancement implementation may have been deleted or not properly transported to the system.
  Transport Issues: If the enhancement was transported from one system to another, it might not have been included in the transport request.
  Inconsistencies in TADIR: The TADIR table, which stores information about objects in the SAP system, may have stale entries that do not correspond to actual implementations.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes made in the development environment that were not properly reflected in the quality or production environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Enhancement Implementation: Verify if the enhancement implementation exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE19 for composite implementations) and checking if the implementation is listed.
  
  
  Transport the Missing Implementation: If the implementation is missing, check if it exists in the development system and transport it to the target system where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Delete Stale TADIR Entries: If the implementation has been deleted and you still see an entry in TADIR, you may need to clean up the TADIR entries. This can be done using transaction SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) to find and delete obsolete entries.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies on the missing implementation that could cause issues in other areas of the system.
  
  
  Recreate the Implementation: If the implementation is critical and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: This table contains information about all development objects in the SAP system. It is essential for tracking the existence of objects and their transport status.
  Enhancement Framework: Understanding how the enhancement framework works in SAP can help in troubleshooting issues related to enhancements and composite implementations.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarity with TMS can help in managing transports and ensuring that all necessary objects are included in transport requests.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.