How To Fix AD887 - &: Structure change at field level. Recreate database index

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 887

• Message text: &: Structure change at field level. Recreate database index

What causes this issue?

The structure of the table changed at field level, e.g. by deleting or
adding fields. This makes it necessary to recreate a table index already
existing in the database.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD887 - &: Structure change at field level. Recreate database index ?

  The SAP error message AD887, which states "Structure change at field level. Recreate database index?", typically occurs when there has been a change in the structure of a database table or a related data structure in the SAP system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  Cause:
  
  Field Changes: A field in a database table has been added, modified, or deleted.
  Data Element Changes: Changes to the data elements associated with the fields in the table.
  Table Structure Changes: Changes in the underlying structure of the table, such as adding or removing indexes.
  Transport Requests: Changes transported from one system to another that have not been properly activated or adjusted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD887 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Recreate Database Index:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the table that is causing the error.
  Click on the "Indexes" button.
  Check if the indexes are still valid. If not, you may need to recreate them.
  You can also use transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to adjust the database objects.
  Select the option to "Rebuild Index" for the affected table.
  
  
  
  Activate Changes:
  
  If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that all changes are activated.
  Use transaction SE10 or SE01 to check for any transport requests that may need to be released or imported.
  
  
  
  Check for Consistency:
  
  Use transaction SE14 to check the consistency of the database table.
  If inconsistencies are found, follow the prompts to correct them.
  
  
  
  Database Administration:
  
  If you have access to the database administration tools, you may also want to check for any database-level issues that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes related to the specific error message or the table in question for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional context or solutions for the AD887 error.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE10/SE01: Transport Organizer
  
  
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before making structural changes to the database.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.