How To Fix AD818 - Index &-& does not contain fields

AD818 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Index &-& does not contain fields

What causes this issue?

You have not created any fields in your index.

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?

Create the fields you require.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD818 - Index &-& does not contain fields ?

  The SAP error message AD818, which states "Index &-& does not contain fields," typically occurs when there is an issue with the database index that is being referenced in your ABAP program or during a database operation. This error indicates that the specified index does not have any fields defined, which can lead to problems when trying to access or manipulate data.
  Causes:
  
  Index Definition Issues: The index may not have been defined correctly in the database table. This could happen if the index was created without specifying any fields.
  Database Table Changes: If the underlying database table structure has changed (e.g., fields were removed or renamed), the index may no longer be valid.
  Transport Issues: If the index was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Corruption: There could be corruption in the database or the index itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Index Definition:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (SE11)