How To Fix DA408 - Choose a check table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Choose a check table

What causes this issue?

You have selected a line in which no check table is listed.

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?

Selection is only possible in lines in which a check table is listed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA408 - Choose a check table ?

  The SAP error message DA408, which states "Choose a check table," typically occurs when a user is trying to enter or modify data in a table that requires a reference to a check table, but the system cannot find a valid check table for the specified field.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Check Table: The field you are trying to enter data into is defined with a foreign key relationship to a check table, but the check table is either not defined or not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the data element or domain may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a valid check table.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the check table.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being entered may not meet the integrity constraints defined in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify that the check table is defined correctly in the Data Dictionary (SE11). Ensure that the foreign key relationship is properly set up.
  Review Data Element: Check the data element associated with the field to ensure that it has a valid check table assigned.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the check table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Entry: Make sure that the data you are trying to enter is valid and exists in the check table. If the data does not exist, you may need to create it in the check table first.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the check table or the data being entered, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your functional team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE37 (Function Builder) to investigate the check table and its relationships.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may need to debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to understand the context better.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or functional support team for further assistance.