How To Fix DDLS231 - Domain & does not exist or is not active. Value taken directly.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Domain & does not exist or is not active. Value taken directly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS231 - Domain & does not exist or is not active. Value taken directly. ?

  The SAP error message DDLS231 indicates that a domain specified in your data dictionary does not exist or is not active. This error typically occurs when you are trying to use a domain in a data element or field that is either not defined in the system or has been deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Domain Not Defined: The domain you are trying to use has not been created in the SAP system.
  Domain Inactive: The domain exists but is not active. This can happen if it has been deactivated for some reason.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the domain name you are referencing.
  Transport Issues: If the domain was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Select "Domains" and enter the domain name to check if it exists.
  
  
  
  Activate Domain:
  
  If the domain exists but is inactive, you can activate it by selecting the domain and clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Create Domain:
  
  If the domain does not exist, you will need to create it. In SE11, select "Domains" and create a new domain with the required attributes.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the domain name in your code or configuration to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the domain was recently transported, ensure that the transport request included the domain and that it has been activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the domain's purpose or attributes, consult the relevant documentation or your SAP functional team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for checking and creating domains.
  SE80: Object Navigator for checking related objects.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to domain management.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or activate domains in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS231 error and ensure that the domain is correctly defined and active in your SAP environment.