How To Fix DO440 - & is the name of a built-in data type in the dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 440

• Message text: & is the name of a built-in data type in the dictionary

What causes this issue?

You chose a protected name for your <DS:TX.DDDOC_DDTYP>user-defined type
</> (data element, structure, or table type). This name is protected
because it is the name of a built-in <DS:TX.DDDOK_DATENTYP>data type</>
in the dictionary.

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?

Choose a different name for the user-defined type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO440 - & is the name of a built-in data type in the dictionary ?

  The SAP error message DO440 typically indicates an issue related to data types in the ABAP Dictionary. This error often arises when there is a mismatch or an undefined data type being used in a program or function module.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Data Type: The data type being referenced in the program does not exist in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the data type.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data type used in the program does not match the expected data type in the database or function module.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If the data type was recently changed or deleted in the ABAP Dictionary, it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Type Definition: Verify that the data type being used is correctly defined in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typos in the data type name in your code.
  Recompile the Program: If changes were made to the data dictionary, recompiling the program may resolve the issue.
  Use Built-in Data Types: If applicable, consider using standard built-in data types provided by SAP, such as CHAR, NUMC, DATS, etc.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Built-in Data Types: In ABAP, there are several built-in data types that are commonly used, such as:
  
  CHAR (Character)
  NUMC (Numeric Character)
  DATS (Date)
  TIMS (Time)
  INT4 (Integer)
  FLOAT (Floating Point)
  
  
  
  These built-in data types are defined in the ABAP Dictionary and can be used directly in your programs.
  If you continue to experience issues, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.