How To Fix TW117 - Program source & was destroyed (internal error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Program source & was destroyed (internal error)

What causes this issue?

The structure of the database is inconsistent. This is an internal
error.

System Response

INCLUDE R3TRANS-OBJTP

How to fix this error?

Inform the SAP Hotline.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TW117 - Program source & was destroyed (internal error) ?

  The SAP error message TW117 ("Program source & was destroyed (internal error)") typically indicates that there is an issue with the program or transaction you are trying to execute. This error can occur due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Program Deletion or Modification: The program or transaction you are trying to access may have been deleted or modified in a way that it is no longer valid.
  Transport Issues: If the program was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can occur if the user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the program.
  Corrupted Objects: The program or its components may be corrupted, leading to this internal error.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that are causing the program to fail.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Existence: Verify that the program or transaction still exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE38 (for programs) or SE80 (for objects).
  Transport Logs: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Recompile the Program: If the program exists but is not functioning correctly, try recompiling it. You can do this in transaction SE38 by selecting the program and choosing the "Activate" option.
  Check for Corruption: If you suspect that the program or its components are corrupted, you may need to restore them from a backup or re-import them from the transport request.
  System Restart: In some cases, a system restart may resolve temporary issues that are causing the error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the TW117 error in your SAP system.