How To Fix AFX_WIZARDS088 - The global work area (WA) for the table does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_WIZARDS - Messages from AFX Wizards

• Message number: 088

• Message text: The global work area (WA) for the table does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS088 - The global work area (WA) for the table does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS088, which states "The global work area (WA) for the table does not exist," typically occurs in the context of using the SAP ABAP Workbench, particularly when working with data dictionary objects or when trying to generate or modify a program that involves a specific database table.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Global Work Area: The error indicates that the global work area (WA) for the specified table has not been defined or is not available in the current context. This can happen if the table is not properly defined in the Data Dictionary or if there are issues with the program or function module that is trying to access it.
  Incorrect Table Name: If the table name is misspelled or does not exist in the database, the system will not be able to find the corresponding work area.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system and the transport