How To Fix AD517 - Calculation of number of data records for size categories not possible

AD517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Calculation of number of data records for size categories not possible

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to calculate the number of expected data records in
the selection of a certain size category for the table. The field
information for the table is needed for this calculation. The required
information cannot be read, however, for example because an inactive
domain or an inactive data element is used in the table.

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?

If you need the calculation to select the size category, you have to
correct the error in the table maintenance screen first.
To do so, call the table maintenance screen again. You can use the
"Check" function to detect find the error.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD517 - Calculation of number of data records for size categories not possible ?

  The SAP error message AD517, which states "Calculation of number of data records for size categories not possible," typically occurs during the execution of certain processes in SAP, particularly when dealing with data records and size categories in the context of data archiving or data management.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The system may not have the necessary data to calculate the number of records for the specified size categories.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the size categories or the archiving object.
  Database Issues: Problems with the database, such as inconsistencies or corruption, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Programmatic Errors: Bugs or issues in the custom code or standard SAP programs that handle data records and size categories.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD517 error, you can take