How To Fix CTS_PLG_MSG017 - Plugin &1 entries in TADIR: &2, expected: &3

CTS_PLG_MSG017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_PLG_MSG - Plugin messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Plugin &1 entries in TADIR: &2, expected: &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_PLG_MSG017 - Plugin &1 entries in TADIR: &2, expected: &3 ?

  The SAP error message CTS_PLG_MSG017 typically occurs in the context of the Change and Transport System (CTS) when there is a mismatch between the entries in the TADIR table and the expected entries for a specific plugin. This error indicates that the system found a certain number of entries for a plugin in the TADIR table, but the number of entries does not match what was expected.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Transport Directory: The transport directory may have been modified or corrupted, leading to discrepancies in the expected entries.
  Missing or Incorrect Plugin Configuration: The plugin may not be correctly configured, or there may be missing entries in the TADIR table.
  Transport Request Issues: There may be issues with the transport requests that are supposed to include the plugin entries.
  System Upgrade or Changes: If the system has been upgraded or changed, it may lead to inconsistencies in the