How To Fix TPDA080 - UI default settings for user &1 (tab &3) are inconsistent (reason: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPDA - Debugger

• Message number: 080

• Message text: UI default settings for user &1 (tab &3) are inconsistent (reason: &2)

What causes this issue?

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

Anybody who uses the new ABAP Debugger can make his or her own UI
settings.
The user settings are then used automatically when the new ABAP Debugger
is started.
In this case, the system discovered inconsistencies in the settings for
user &v1&.
Um den Debugger zu starten wurde versucht die Standard Einstellungen zu
verwenden.

System Response

To start the Debuger, the system attempted to use the default settings.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you are in the new Debugger, you can restore your settings and then
overwrite the corrupt user settings by choosing "Save Layout"
(CTRL+F2).
If the new Debugger cannot be started, you can use the report
RSTPDAADMIN to delete your settings. Once you are back in the new
Debugger, you can save your preferred settings by choosing
"Save Layout" (CTRL+F2).

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 TPDA080 - UI default settings for user &1 (tab &3) are inconsistent (reason: &2) ?

  The SAP error message TPDA080 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the user interface (UI) default settings for a specific user in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the settings for a user do not match the expected configuration for a particular tab or area in the UI.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Changes: Changes made to the UI configuration that have not been properly updated for the user.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may have been altered or corrupted, leading to mismatched settings.
  Transport Issues: If the UI settings were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain UI elements, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TPDA080 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Settings:
  
  Go to the user settings in the SAP GUI (transaction code SU01).
  Verify the default settings for the user in question and ensure they are consistent with the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Reset User Defaults:
  
  You can reset the user defaults for the affected user. This can often resolve inconsistencies.
  In transaction SU01, select the user and navigate to the "Defaults" tab. You can reset or adjust the settings as needed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the UI in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that the settings for the specific tab or area are correctly defined and consistent.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs to identify any errors or warnings that may have occurred during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the UI elements. You can use transaction SU53 to check for authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific UI component or module you are working with for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SPRO (SAP Reference IMG)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Review any user manuals or documentation related to the specific SAP module or UI component you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the TPDA080 error message.