How To Fix BRAIN728 - CATT: Tables have changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 728

• Message text: CATT: Tables have changed

What causes this issue?

One or more tables with the status or formatting information has
changed. However, no data inconsistencies were established.

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?

Check the query in the BEx Analyzer for changed formatting. Change the
query if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN728 - CATT: Tables have changed ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN728 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the data structure expected by the CATT (Computer Aided Test Tool) and the actual structure of the tables in the SAP system. This can occur when there have been changes to the underlying database tables that CATT is trying to access, such as changes in field definitions, data types, or the addition/removal of fields.
  Causes:
  
  Table Structure Changes: Changes in the database tables that CATT scripts are referencing, such as modifications in field names, types, or the addition/removal of fields.
  Transport Requests: If a transport request that includes changes to the database tables has been imported into the system, it may lead to this error if the CATT scripts were not updated accordingly.
  Version Mismatch: The CATT script may have been created in a different version of the SAP system where the table structure was different.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Update CATT Scripts: Review and update the CATT scripts to ensure they align with the current structure of the database tables. This may involve modifying field names, types, or removing references to fields that no longer exist.
  Recreate CATT Scripts: If the changes are extensive, it may be easier to recreate the CATT scripts from scratch based on the current table structure.
  Check Transport Requests: Verify if any recent transport requests have altered the table structures and ensure that the CATT scripts are updated accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or release notes related to the changes made to the tables to understand what modifications have occurred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  CATT Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the CATT documentation to understand how to create and modify scripts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to CATT and the specific tables you are working with.
  Testing Environment: If possible, test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  By addressing the discrepancies between the CATT scripts and the current table structures, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN728 error and continue using CATT effectively.