How To Fix AD052 - &-& (Specify a valid reference table)

AD052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 052

• Message text: &-& (Specify a valid reference table)

What causes this issue?

The table you entered is not suitable for use as a reference table for
currencies or quantities.

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?

You can specify the tables in the system that contain valid currencies
or quantities as reference tables. However, you can also use a table of
your own, provided it contains suitable fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD052 - &-& (Specify a valid reference table) ?

  The SAP error message AD052 ("Specify a valid reference table") typically occurs in the context of data dictionary operations, particularly when working with table definitions, views, or when trying to create or modify database objects in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11).
  
  Cause:
  The error message AD052 can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Table Name: The reference table specified does not exist or is misspelled.
  Incorrect Table Type: The reference table may not be of a type that is valid for the operation you are trying to perform (e.g., trying to reference a view instead of a table).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Technical Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the transport layer.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD052 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Name: Verify that the table name you are referencing is correct. Ensure there are no typos and that