How To Fix AD716 - Specify a delivery class other than M

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 716

• Message text: Specify a delivery class other than M

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD716 - Specify a delivery class other than M ?

  The SAP error message AD716 ("Specify a delivery class other than M") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a table in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and you have selected a delivery class that is not appropriate for the type of table you are working with. 
  Cause:
  In SAP, delivery classes define how the data in a table is managed and transported. The delivery class 'M' is used for "Table for Customizing" which means that the data in this table is not meant to be transported between systems (e.g., from development to production). This is often used for tables that hold configuration data that is specific to a particular system.
  If you are trying to create a table that should be transportable (for example, a table that holds application data), you need to select a different delivery class. The error message indicates that the current selection of 'M' is not suitable for the operation you are attempting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the delivery class of the table you are trying to create or modify. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  Open the Data Dictionary (SE11): Go to transaction SE11 in your SAP system.
  Select the Table: Enter the name of the table you are trying to create or modify.
  Change the Delivery Class:
  
  Click on the "Technical Settings" button.
  In the "Delivery and Maintenance" section, you will see the "Delivery Class" field.
  Change the delivery class to one of the following options, depending on your requirements:
  
  A: Application table (data is transportable).
  B: Table for cross-client data (data is transportable).
  C: Table for client-specific data (data is not transportable).
  D: Table for temporary data (data is not transportable).
  
  
  
  
  Save the Changes: After changing the delivery class, save your changes and activate the table.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Delivery Class Definitions:
  
  A: Application table (data is transportable).
  B: Table for cross-client data (data is transportable).
  C: Table for client-specific data (data is not transportable).
  D: Table for temporary data (data is not transportable).
  E: Table for system data (data is not transportable).
  M: Table for customizing (data is not transportable).
  
  
  
  Transport Management: Understanding how transport management works in SAP can help you decide which delivery class to use based on whether you need the data to be transportable or not.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the official SAP documentation or help resources related to Data Dictionary and table management.
  
  
  By following these steps and understanding the implications of the delivery class, you should be able to resolve the AD716 error and successfully create or modify your table.