How To Fix D2021 - End: Deleting DD08B-on_source

D2021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D2 - ABAP/4 Dictionary Tools

• Message number: 021

• Message text: End: Deleting DD08B-on_source

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D2021 - Details

• The SAP error message D2021, specifically "End: Deleting DD08B-on_source," typically relates to issues with the Data Dictionary (DD) in SAP, particularly concerning the DD08B table, which contains information about data elements and their domains.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Dictionary Inconsistencies: The error may arise due to inconsistencies or corruption in the Data Dictionary, particularly when trying to delete or modify entries in the DD08B table.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation on the DD08B table.
  Dependencies: There may be existing dependencies or references to the data elements that are preventing their deletion.
  Transport Issues: If the changes are being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete entries in the Data Dictionary. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete