How To Fix DO224 - Check table & is not a table (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 224

• Message text: Check table & is not a table (&)

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE 'DD_CHECK_TABL_CLASS' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Define a table or a database or projection view as value table or check
table if you want to define a foreign key relationship checked against
the mask based on this table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO224 - Check table & is not a table (&) ?

  The SAP error message DO224 indicates that there is an issue with a check table that is expected to be a database table but is not recognized as such. This error typically arises in the context of data dictionary objects, particularly when dealing with foreign key relationships or when trying to activate or transport data dictionary objects.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Table Definition: The check table specified in the foreign key relationship may not be defined correctly in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Table Type Mismatch: The check table might be defined as a view or a structure instead of a database table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database, such as missing tables or incorrect configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Table Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 and check the definition of the check table. Ensure that it is indeed a database table and not a view or structure.
  If it is not a database table, you may need to create a new database table or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Relationships:
  
  In the table where the foreign key is defined, check the foreign key settings to ensure that the check table is correctly specified.
  If necessary, delete and recreate the foreign key relationship.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the check table or related objects.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database objects. This can help identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Objects:
  
  If you have made changes to the table or foreign key relationships, try reactivating the objects involved. This can sometimes resolve issues related to activation.
  
  
  
  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
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE11: To check the structure of the table.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Data Dictionary and foreign key relationships for a deeper understanding of how these components interact.
  
  
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the DO224 error and implement a solution to resolve it.