How To Fix DO765 - Table type & still being referenced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 765

• Message text: Table type & still being referenced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO765 - Table type & still being referenced ?

  The SAP error message DO765 indicates that a table type is still being referenced in the system, which prevents you from deleting or modifying it. This typically occurs when there are still active references to the table type in various objects, such as data elements, structures, or other table types.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The table type is being used in other ABAP programs, function modules, classes, or data dictionary objects.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies in the system that are not immediately visible, such as in transport requests or other development objects.
  Inconsistent State: The system may be in an inconsistent state where the references have not been properly updated or cleared.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO765 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check where the table type is being used. You can use the "Where-Used List" functionality to find all references to the table type.
  You can also use transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the table type and check its usage in various objects.
  
  
  
  Remove or Update References:
  
  Once you have identified the objects that reference the table type, you will need to either delete or modify those references.
  If the references are in custom programs or function modules, you may need to adjust the code accordingly.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the table type is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and that there are no pending changes that could be causing the reference.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Sessions:
  
  Ensure that there are no active sessions or background jobs that might be using the table type.
  
  
  
  Recheck Deletion:
  
  After removing all references, try to delete or modify the table type again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Modules
  SE24: Class Builder
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data dictionary objects and their management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the DO765 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO765 error and successfully manage the table type in your SAP system.