How To Fix TN471 - No. of objects to be adjusted: &1 x DDIC (SPDD), &2 x repository (SPAU)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TN - Support Package Manager (SPAM) Messages

• Message number: 471

• Message text: No. of objects to be adjusted: &1 x DDIC (SPDD), &2 x repository (SPAU)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TN471 - No. of objects to be adjusted: &1 x DDIC (SPDD), &2 x repository (SPAU) ?

  The SAP error message TN471 indicates that there are objects in the system that need to be adjusted due to changes in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) or the repository. This typically occurs after a transport request has been imported or when there are changes in the system that require adjustments to existing objects.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Data Dictionary: The error arises when there are changes in the Data Dictionary (like changes to tables, views, domains, etc.) that require adjustments in the related objects.
  Repository Changes: Similarly, changes in the repository (like changes to programs, function modules, etc.) may also require adjustments.
  Transport Requests: This can happen after importing transport requests that contain changes to the DDIC or repository objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to perform the following steps:
  
  
  Run Transaction SPDD:
  
  Go to transaction code SPDD.
  This transaction is used to adjust Data Dictionary objects. You will see a list of objects that need adjustment.
  Review the list and make the necessary adjustments. You may need to activate or adjust the objects as required.
  
  
  
  Run Transaction SPAU:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAU.
  This transaction is used to adjust repository objects. Similar to SPDD, you will see a list of objects that need adjustment.
  Review the list and make the necessary adjustments. This may involve activating or modifying the objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Conflicts: 
  
  Ensure that there are no conflicts with existing objects. If there are, resolve them before proceeding with adjustments.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the transport requests are properly managed and imported into the quality or production environments.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Document any changes made during the adjustment process for future reference.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SPDD: This transaction is specifically for adjusting Data Dictionary objects. It allows you to see which objects need to be adjusted and provides options to make those adjustments.
  SPAU: This transaction is for adjusting repository objects. It is similar to SPDD but focuses on program-related objects.
  Transport Requests: Understanding how transport requests work in SAP is crucial, as they are often the source of changes that lead to the TN471 error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TN471 error and successfully adjust the necessary objects in your SAP system.