How To Fix /CFG/DSY002 - Data type cannot be determined for field &1 of table &2

/CFG/DSY002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/DSY -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Data type cannot be determined for field &1 of table &2

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/CFG/DSY002 - Details

• The SAP error message /CFG/DSY002 Data type cannot be determined for field &1 of table &2 typically occurs in the context of data modeling or configuration in SAP, particularly when working with Data Services or similar tools. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the data type for a specific field in a specified table. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Metadata: The metadata for the table or field may be incomplete or missing, preventing the system from determining the data type.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the connection to the database, leading to an inability to retrieve the necessary information about the table structure.
  Incorrect Table Definition: The table may not be defined correctly in the system, or it may not exist in the database.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data dictionary that affect how fields are