How To Fix /CFG/DB143 - DDIC field is not acceptable for a virtual field

/CFG/DB143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DB -

• Message number: 143

• Message text: DDIC field is not acceptable for a virtual field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/DB143 - DDIC field is not acceptable for a virtual field ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/DB143 DDIC field is not acceptable for a virtual field typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Dictionary (DDIC) when there is an issue with the definition of a virtual field in a database table or view. Virtual fields are fields that do not physically exist in the database but are derived from other fields or calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Definition: The error often arises when a field that is defined in the Data Dictionary is being used as a virtual field, but it does not meet the criteria for virtual fields.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not be compatible with the requirements for virtual fields.
  Field Attributes: Certain attributes of the field (like length, decimal places, etc.) may not be suitable for virtual fields.
  Inappropriate Use in Views: If the virtual field is being used in a database view or a structure where it