How To Fix R9E023 - &1 '&2' is corrupt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

• Message number: 023

• Message text: &1 '&2' is corrupt

What causes this issue?

Formula '&V2&' is corrupt. One or more elements for the formula could
only be loaded with errors; the formula definition is therefore invalid.

System Response

A corrupt formula cannot be used. A query that is executed with a
corrupt formula terminates.

How to fix this error?

Open the corrupt formula '&V2&' with the formula builder. Formula
elements with errors are underlined as erroneous.
Remove the erroneous formula elements and replace them with valid
formula elements.

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 R9E023 - &1 '&2' is corrupt ?

  The SAP error message R9E023 indicates that a specific object (like a program, function module, or other repository object) is corrupt. The placeholders &1 and &2 typically represent the object type and the object name, respectively. This error can occur due to various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Transport Issues: If the object was transported from one system to another, it might have been corrupted during the transport process.
  Database Issues: Corruption in the database tables where the object is stored can lead to this error.
  Development Errors: Errors during development, such as incomplete code or improper modifications, can cause corruption.
  System Upgrades or Patches: Sometimes, applying patches or upgrades can lead to inconsistencies in the repository objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transport Logs: If the object was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong.
  Recreate the Object: If possible, try to recreate the object from scratch or restore it from a backup if you have one.
  Repair the Object: If you have access to the original source code or definition, you can try to repair the object manually.
  Use SAP Tools: Utilize SAP tools like the ABAP Workbench (SE80) or transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the integrity of the object.
  Database Consistency Check: Run database consistency checks to identify and fix any underlying database issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Builder) to investigate the object further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that occurred around the same time as the error message.
  
  Always ensure you have proper backups and follow your organization's change management procedures when making changes to SAP objects.