How To Fix CME_DTYPE034 - Complex data type: specify the definition scope for the components

CME_DTYPE034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CME_DTYPE - CME Data Type: Checks

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Complex data type: specify the definition scope for the components

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CME_DTYPE034 - Complex data type: specify the definition scope for the components ?

  The SAP error message CME_DTYPE034 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a complex data type in your ABAP program or data dictionary. Specifically, it suggests that the components of the complex data type do not have a clearly defined scope, which is necessary for the system to understand how to handle these components.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Undefined Scope: The components of the complex data type (like structures or tables) are not properly defined with respect to their scope. This can happen if the components are defined in a way that does not clearly indicate where they belong.
  Incorrect Data Type Definition: If the complex data type is defined without specifying the necessary attributes or if the components are not correctly linked to their parent type.
  Namespace Issues: If the components are defined in different namespaces or packages that are not properly referenced.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CME_DTYPE034