How To Fix DDLS073 - DDL source & will be activated without associations (weak)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 073

• Message text: DDL source & will be activated without associations (weak)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS073 - DDL source & will be activated without associations (weak) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS073 indicates that a Data Definition Language (DDL) source will be activated without associations, which are considered "weak" associations. This typically occurs when there are issues with the relationships defined in your data model, particularly in the context of ABAP Dictionary objects like tables, views, or data elements.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Weak Associations: The error suggests that there are associations in your data model that are not properly defined or are weak. This can happen if:
  
  The foreign key relationships are not correctly established.
  The associated fields do not match in terms of data types or lengths.
  There are missing or incorrect references in the DDL source.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent Definitions: If the definitions of the associated objects (like tables or views) are inconsistent or incomplete, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (like renaming fields or changing data types) without updating the associations,