How To Fix DO004 - Type of comp. & in row type is not allowed for ranges table type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Type of comp. & in row type is not allowed for ranges table type

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE DDDOC_TTYP_RANGE_ROWTYPE OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You assigned the <DS:TX.DDDOC_TTYP_RANGETTYP>ranges table type</> a
structured row type in which component SIGN or OPTION is not assigned
type DDSIGN or DDOPTION.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the row type by assigning component SIGN or OPTION type DDSIGN
or DDOPTION or defining a more suitable row type.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO004 - Type of comp. & in row type is not allowed for ranges table type ?

  The SAP error message DO004 indicates that there is an issue with the type of component being used in a range table type. This error typically arises when you are trying to use a data type that is not compatible with the expected range table structure in your ABAP program or function module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to define a range table (e.g., using RANGES or SELECT-OPTIONS) with a component type that is not allowed. For example, using a complex data type or a structure instead of a simple data type (like CHAR, NUMC, etc.).
  The data type of the field you are trying to use in the range table does not match the expected type for that field in the database table or structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data type of the field you are using in the range table is a simple type. For example, if you are using a field from a structure, make sure to use a simple field from that structure.
  
  
  Define Ranges Correctly: When defining a range table, ensure that you are using the correct syntax. For example:
  DATA: lt_range TYPE RANGE OF your_field_type.
  
  
  Use Compatible Types: If you are using a field from a database table, ensure that the field type is compatible with the range table. You can check the data dictionary (SE11) for the field's data type.
  
  
  Review Function Module/Method Signatures: If the error occurs in a function module or method, check the parameter types and ensure that they are defined correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, use the ABAP debugger to step through your code and identify the exact line causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  RANGES Table Type: In ABAP, a range table is typically defined using the RANGES keyword, which allows you to specify a range of values for selection criteria.
  Data Dictionary (SE11): Use transaction SE11 to check the data types of fields in your database tables and structures.
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data types and range tables in ABAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the DO004 error in your SAP ABAP program.