How To Fix CACSDESGEN205 - Only structures and tables are allowed

CACSDESGEN205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSDESGEN - Messages From Construction

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Only structures and tables are allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSDESGEN205 - Only structures and tables are allowed ?

  The SAP error message CACSDESGEN205: Only structures and tables are allowed typically occurs when you are trying to generate or manipulate a data structure in a way that is not permitted by the system. This error is often encountered in the context of data dictionary objects, particularly when working with ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or when generating data models.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system expects a structure or a table but receives a different type of object, such as a view or a different data type that is not compatible. This can happen in various scenarios, including:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: Attempting to use a view or a different object type where a table or structure is required.
  Data Model Issues: Issues in the data model where the relationships or definitions do not align with the expected structures or tables.
  Code Issues: In ABAP code, if you are trying to reference a non-structure/table object