How To Fix DO436 - Change documents reset (not meaningful for reference types)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Change documents reset (not meaningful for reference types)

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE DDDOC_DTEL_REFTYPE_RESTRIKT OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You switched on the writing of change documents for a data element with
reference type.

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?

Switch off the writing of change documents or define the data type
attributes of the data element by specifying a domain or with direct
type entry (direct entry of the data type, number of places and if
necessary decimal places).

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 DO436 - Change documents reset (not meaningful for reference types) ?

  The SAP error message DO436 ("Change documents reset (not meaningful for reference types)") typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify change documents for reference types that do not support change document functionality. This can happen in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with certain object types or when the configuration does not allow for change documents to be generated.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reference Types: The error is primarily related to the use of reference types in the system. Change documents are not applicable for certain reference types, which leads to this error when an attempt is made to create or reset change documents for them.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for change document generation may not be properly set up for the specific object or reference type you are working with.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data that prevent the system from processing change documents correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object