How To Fix AD001 - Action possible only for 'value table' field

AD001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Action possible only for 'value table' field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD001 - Action possible only for 'value table' field ?

  The SAP error message AD001 ("Action possible only for 'value table' field") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action (like creating or modifying a field) that is only applicable to fields defined in a value table. A value table is a table that contains a list of valid values for a particular field, often used in the context of domain definitions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Type: The field you are trying to modify is not defined as a value table field. This means that the action you are attempting to perform is not valid for the current field type.
  Domain Definition: The domain associated with the field may not be set up to allow for value table operations.
  Incorrect Context: You may be in a context (like a transaction or program) that does not support the action you are trying to perform on the field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definition: Verify the field definition in the