How To Fix DO229 - A value table is not allowed for data type &

DO229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 229

• Message text: A value table is not allowed for data type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO229 - A value table is not allowed for data type & ?

  The SAP error message DO229 indicates that a value table is not allowed for a specific data type in your ABAP program or configuration. This error typically arises when you are trying to use a value table (a table that contains a set of valid values for a field) in a context where it is not permitted, such as in a domain or data element definition.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Usage: The error usually occurs when a value table is defined for a data type that does not support it. For example, if you are trying to use a value table for a data element that is not based on a domain that allows value tables.
  Domain Restrictions: Some domains are defined in such a way that they do not allow value tables. This can happen if the domain is defined as a simple data type or if it has specific constraints.
  
  Configuration Issues: