How To Fix D0380 - Type &1 has different type category &2 in DDTYPES

D0380 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D0 - Machine-level ABAP/4 Dictionary texts (e.g. debugging)

• Message number: 380

• Message text: Type &1 has different type category &2 in DDTYPES

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D0380 - Type &1 has different type category &2 in DDTYPES ?

  The SAP error message D0380 indicates that there is a mismatch in the type category of a data element or structure in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). Specifically, it states that the type you are trying to use has a different type category than what is expected. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when defining data elements, structures, or when using types in ABAP programs.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Inconsistent Type Definitions: The type you are trying to use may have been defined with a different category (e.g., elementary, structured, reference) than what is expected in the context where it is being used.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If there have been recent changes to the data types in the Data Dictionary, such as modifications to existing types or the introduction of new types, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Usage in ABAP Code: The ABAP code may be