How To Fix COIS038 - Specified table type not in Data Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COIS - Messages for the Order Information System

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Specified table type not in Data Dictionary

What causes this issue?

The specified table type &V1& does not exist in the Data Dictionary.

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?

Create the table type &V1& in the Data Dictionary.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COIS038 - Specified table type not in Data Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message COIS038 indicates that a specified table type is not found in the Data Dictionary. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with internal tables or structures that are expected to be defined in the Data Dictionary but are not.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Table Type: The specified table type may not exist in the Data Dictionary. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the code where the table type is referenced.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain Data Dictionary objects.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the table type may not have been created or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Dictionary: Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the specified table type exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  Verify Naming: Double-check the code where the table type is referenced for any typos or incorrect naming conventions.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the Data Dictionary objects. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Transport Issues: If the table type is supposed to be in the system but is missing, check if there are any transport requests that need to be imported.
  Development and Activation: If you are in a development environment, ensure that the table type has been created and activated properly. You can do this in SE11 as well.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints to see where the error is being triggered in the code.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or function you are working with to ensure that you are using the correct table types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.