How To Fix AD147 - Table & is reference table in &-&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Table & is reference table in &-&

What causes this issue?

The table you wish to delete is used as a reference table in the
specified table field. The table is given as a reference in the table
field of type CURR or QUAN. This means that the table may not be
deleted.

System Response

The delete request was rejected.

How to fix this error?

If you still want to delete the table, the reference table must be
replaced by another in the specified table field. Once you have done
this, you will be able to delete the table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD147 - Table & is reference table in &-& ?

  The SAP error message AD147 typically indicates that there is an issue with a table reference in the system. The message usually states something like "Table & is reference table in &-&," which suggests that the specified table is being referenced incorrectly or is not set up properly in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Table Definition: The table being referenced may not exist, or its definition may be incorrect.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the system that affect how tables are referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table.
  Review Table Configuration: Ensure that the table is correctly configured and that all necessary fields and relationships are defined properly.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data in the table to ensure there are no issues that could be causing the error.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can use transaction SE80 or SE37 to debug the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the AD147 error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Module) for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.