How To Fix TH041 - Exit module &1 does not exist in the system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TH - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Exit module &1 does not exist in the system

What causes this issue?

Function module &V1& is defined as an exit. However, this function
module does not exist in the system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create a customer message and assign it to component BC-UPG-ADDON.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TH041 - Exit module &1 does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message TH041 indicates that the system is unable to find a specified exit module. This typically occurs when a program or transaction is trying to call a user exit or enhancement that has not been implemented or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing User Exit: The exit module that is being called does not exist in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The exit not being implemented.
  The exit being part of a different version of the software or not being included in the current installation.
  The exit being deleted or not activated.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may point to an exit that is not valid or has been incorrectly specified.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the exit was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it not to be available.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the exit module exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to search for the exit module.
  Checking the documentation for the specific exit to ensure it is available in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Implement the Exit: If the exit does not exist, you may need to implement it. This can involve:
  
  Writing the necessary code for the exit if it is a custom enhancement.
  Activating the exit if it is part of a standard SAP package that needs to be activated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant transaction or module to ensure that they are correctly pointing to the right exit.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the exit was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors and ensure that the transport was successful.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP notes or documentation related to the specific exit module for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it is a critical exit that is affecting business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Exits: User exits are predefined points in the SAP code where you can add your own custom code without modifying the original codebase.
  Enhancement Framework: SAP provides an enhancement framework that allows for more flexible and robust ways to extend standard functionality.
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes that may address specific issues related to user exits or enhancements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the TH041 error in your SAP system.