How To Fix DA337 - Data type & does not exist

DA337 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 337

• Message text: Data type & does not exist

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DA337 - Details

• The SAP error message DA337, which states "Data type & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified data type in the ABAP Dictionary. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Typographical Error: The most common cause is a typo in the data type name. Ensure that the data type is spelled correctly.
  Data Type Not Defined: The data type may not have been created or defined in the ABAP Dictionary. This can happen if a custom data type was expected but not actually created.
  Transport Issues: If the data type was recently created in a different system (like a development environment) and not transported to the current system, it may not exist in the target environment.
  Namespace Issues: If the data type is in a specific namespace and the system is not configured to recognize it, this error