How To Fix DO351 - Data element & is still being used in table/structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Data element & is still being used in table/structure &

What causes this issue?

A where-used list for the data element was executed which determined
that the data element is referenced in tables or structures.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the data element, eliminate the use of the data
element in table fields or structure fields before deleting.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO351 - Data element & is still being used in table/structure & ?

  The SAP error message DO351 indicates that a data element is still being used in a table or structure, which prevents you from deleting or modifying it. This is a common issue when working with data elements in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or when trying to make changes to data structures.
  Cause:
  
  Data Element Usage: The data element you are trying to delete or modify is still referenced in one or more database tables, structures, or views.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies in the form of foreign keys, indexes, or other objects that rely on the data element.
  Active Objects: The data element might be part of active objects in the system, which means it cannot be changed or deleted until those objects are deactivated or modified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check where the data element is being used. You can do this by selecting the data element and using the "Where-Used List" function (Shift + F4).
  This will show you all the tables, structures, and other objects that reference the data element.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete References:
  
  Once you have identified the objects that are using the data element, you will need to either modify or delete those references.
  If the data element is used in a table, you may need to adjust the table structure or remove the field that uses the data element.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Objects:
  
  If the objects are active, you may need to deactivate them before making changes. This can be done in the relevant transactions (e.g., SE11 for tables, SE80 for programs).
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If the changes are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is not locked or in a state that prevents modifications.
  
  
  
  Recheck After Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, recheck the data element to ensure that it can now be modified or deleted without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Modules (if the data element is used in function modules)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data elements and their management in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  Best Practices: Always ensure that you have a backup or transport request for your changes, and consider the impact of changes on existing programs and reports that may rely on the data element.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO351 error and manage your data elements effectively in SAP.