How To Fix DD_DBAL006 - Table &1: Change to invalid table type &2 requested

DD_DBAL006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_DBAL - ABAP Dictionary, Data Base Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Table &1: Change to invalid table type &2 requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_DBAL006 - Table &1: Change to invalid table type &2 requested ?

  The SAP error message DD_DBAL006 indicates that there is an attempt to change the type of a database table to an invalid type. This typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected table type and the type being requested for the change.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Table Type: The error is triggered when a change is requested for a table that is not allowed or does not conform to the expected types defined in the SAP system.
  Database Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database definitions or configurations that lead to this error.
  Development Environment Issues: If you are working in a development environment, it could be due to incorrect configurations or settings in the Data Dictionary (DDIC).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Type: Verify the current type of the table in question. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking the table definition.
  Correct the Change Request: Ensure that the change you