How To Fix SS158 - Structure & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Structure & deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS158 - Structure & deleted ?

  The SAP error message SS158, which states "Structure & deleted," typically indicates that a structure you are trying to use in your SAP system has been deleted or is no longer available. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with data structures in ABAP programs, data dictionary objects, or during the execution of certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Structure: The most common cause is that the structure has been deleted from the Data Dictionary (SE11) or is not active.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was part of a transport request that was not imported correctly, it may lead to this error.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes made in the development environment that have not been reflected in the production environment can also lead to this issue.
  Incorrect Naming: Sometimes, the structure name might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Structure Existence: Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the structure exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a transport request.
  Activate Structure: If the structure exists but is not active, activate it in SE11.
  Transport Request: If the structure was deleted in error, check the transport requests to see if it can be restored from a previous version.
  Code Review: Review the ABAP code or configuration that references the structure to ensure that it is correctly named and that there are no typos.
  Consult Documentation: If the structure is part of a standard SAP module, consult SAP documentation or support to understand if it has been deprecated or replaced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Editor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific structure or module you are working with.
  Debugging: If you are a developer, you can use the debugger to trace where the error occurs in the code and gather more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.