How To Fix AD942 - Table type change &->&. Database table must be created


AD942 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

  • Message number: 942

  • Message text: Table type change &->&. Database table must be created

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  • What causes this issue?

    The table type in the ABAP/4 Dictionary was changed. A physical table
    must be created in the database for this 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?

    You can create the database table on the database using the database
    utility (SE14)

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AD942 - Details

  • The SAP error message AD942 indicates that there is a mismatch between the table definition in the ABAP Dictionary and the actual database table. Specifically, it suggests that a change has been made to the table type, and as a result, the database table must be recreated to reflect these changes.
    
    Cause: Table Type Change: The error typically occurs when there has been a modification to the structure of a database table (e.g., adding or removing fields, changing data types) in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) without properly adjusting the underlying database table. Inconsistent State: The database table is in an inconsistent state due to changes made in the ABAP Dictionary that have not been applied to the actual database. Transport Issues: If the changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include the necessary database changes, this error can occur.
    Solution: Recreate the Database Table: You can

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