How To Fix DDIC_ADT_DDLS055 - Element Info Provider for unknown table type &1 requested

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDIC_ADT_DDLS - ADT DDL Source Editor

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Element Info Provider for unknown table type &1 requested

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS055 - Element Info Provider for unknown table type &1 requested ?

  The SAP error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS055 indicates that there is an issue related to the Data Dictionary (DDIC) in the ABAP Development Tools (ADT) environment. Specifically, the error message states that an "Element Info Provider for unknown table type &1 requested," where &1 represents a placeholder for the specific table type that is not recognized.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Table Type: The table type specified in the request is not defined in the Data Dictionary. This could happen if the table type has been deleted or if there is a typo in the name.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the table type was recently transported from another system and the transport did not complete successfully, it may not be available in the current system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table type.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the system configuration or issues with the Data Dictionary itself.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Type: Verify that the table type specified in the error message exists in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and checking for the table type.
  
  
  Correct Typo: If there is a typo in the table type name, correct it in your code or configuration.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the table type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful. If there were issues, you may need to re-transport the object.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table type. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Rebuild Data Dictionary: If the issue persists, you may need to regenerate or rebuild the Data Dictionary objects. This can sometimes resolve inconsistencies.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for specific SAP Notes related to the error message DDIC_ADT_DDLS055 for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Data Dictionary and ABAP Development Tools.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.