How To Fix AD888 - &: Structure change at field level. Database must be adjusted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 888

• Message text: &: Structure change at field level. Database must be adjusted

What causes this issue?

The structure of the table changed at field level, e.g. by deleting
fields or changing the primary key. This makes itnecessary to adjust the
table definition orthe definition of the indexes created for the table
on the database for reasons of consistency.

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?

The system could make this adjustment automatically. Check in the log
whether the necessary steps were correctly executed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD888 - &: Structure change at field level. Database must be adjusted ?

  The SAP error message AD888, which states "Structure change at field level. Database must be adjusted," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the structure of a database table and the corresponding ABAP Dictionary definition. This can happen due to various reasons, such as changes made to the data structure in the ABAP Dictionary (like adding or modifying fields) without properly adjusting the database.
  Cause:
  
  Field Changes: Changes made to the structure of a table in the ABAP Dictionary (e.g., adding, deleting, or modifying fields) that have not been reflected in the underlying database.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) without executing the necessary adjustments.
  Database Inconsistencies: Manual changes made directly in the database that are not reflected in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD888 error, you need to adjust the database to match the current structure defined in the ABAP Dictionary. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Use Transaction SE14:
  
  Go to transaction SE14 (Database Utility).
  Enter the name of the table that is causing the error.
  Choose the option to "Adjust Database" or "Activate Database".
  Follow the prompts to adjust the database structure to match the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  Ensure that all transport requests related to the changes in the ABAP Dictionary have been properly imported into the target system.
  If there are pending transports, import them and then perform the database adjustment.
  
  
  
  Check for Manual Changes:
  
  If there were any manual changes made directly to the database, revert those changes or ensure they are consistent with the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Table:
  
  In some cases, you may need to re-activate the table in the ABAP Dictionary using transaction SE11. After re-activation, perform the database adjustment again.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or specific instructions related to the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE14 (Database Utility), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to the AD888 error, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Backup: Before making any changes, ensure that you have a backup of your data and that you are following your organization's change management procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD888 error and ensure that your database structure is consistent with the ABAP Dictionary.