How To Fix STOBJ143 - Node & was imported from append &; must be deleted in append

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STOBJ - Dictionary Structured Objects

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Node & was imported from append &; must be deleted in append

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STOBJ143 - Node & was imported from append &; must be deleted in append ?

  The SAP error message STOBJ143 typically indicates an issue related to the structure of a data object, specifically when dealing with append structures in ABAP Dictionary. The error message states that a node (field or structure) was imported from an append structure and must be deleted from the append.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Inconsistent Data Dictionary: The data dictionary has inconsistencies, particularly with append structures. This can happen if a field was added to a base structure but is still referenced in an append structure.
  Modification of Structures: If a base structure has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed) and the append structure still references the old definition, it can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the append structure was not properly updated, it can cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the STOBJ143 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Append Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Find the base structure that the append is associated with.
  Check the append structure to see if it contains fields that are no longer valid or that have been removed from the base structure.
  
  
  
  Modify the Append Structure:
  
  If you find fields in the append structure that are no longer valid, you need to delete those fields from the append structure.
  Make sure to activate the changes after modifying the append structure.
  
  
  
  Recheck Dependencies:
  
  After making changes, check for any dependencies or references to the append structure in your ABAP programs or other objects. Ensure that everything is consistent.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are properly transported to the quality assurance and production environments.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to perform a consistency check on the database objects. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  
  
  ABAP Development: Understanding how append structures work in ABAP is crucial. Append structures are used to add fields to existing database tables without modifying the original table structure.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data dictionary objects and append structures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance, as they may need to investigate deeper into the system's configuration and data dictionary.