How To Fix AD943 - Table type change &->&. Database table must be deleted

AD943 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 943

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

What causes this issue?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD943 - Table type change &->&. Database table must be deleted ?

  The SAP error message AD943 indicates that there is a problem with a database table that has undergone a change in its type, and as a result, the database table must be deleted. This typically occurs during the transport of changes or when there are inconsistencies between the data dictionary and the actual database structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Type Change: The error usually arises when a table's definition in the ABAP Dictionary (data dictionary) has been modified in a way that changes its type (e.g., from transparent to pooled or cluster).
  Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies between the data dictionary and the actual database table structure, often due to failed transports or manual changes.
  Transport Issues: If a transport request containing changes to the table structure is not properly imported, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Delete the Table: The error message suggests that the database table must be deleted. This can be done using transaction