How To Fix DDUT287 - Index &, column & is contained in an append; index will not be copied

DDUT287 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDUT - DD: Messages for Delivery Actions and Upgrade

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Index &, column & is contained in an append; index will not be copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDUT287 - Index &, column & is contained in an append; index will not be copied ?

  The SAP error message DDUT287 indicates that there is an issue related to the copying of an index that is associated with a database table that has an append structure. Specifically, the message states that the index cannot be copied because it includes a column that is part of an append structure.
  
  Cause:
  
  Append Structure: The error occurs when an index is defined on a table that includes fields from an append structure. Append structures are used in SAP to add fields to standard tables without modifying the original table structure.
  Index Definition: The index you are trying to copy includes one or more columns that are part of an append structure, which is not allowed in certain operations, such as copying or modifying the index.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Index Definition: Check the definition of the index that is causing the error. Identify which columns are part of the append structure.
  Modify Index: If possible, modify the