How To Fix DO849 - Row type & is a view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 849

• Message text: Row type & is a view

What causes this issue?

You defined a view as the <DS:TX.DDDOC_ROWTYPE>row type</> of the table
type.
The row type of a table type can only be defined in one of the
following ways:
- by directly entering the type
(directly defining the data type, number of places, deicmal places)
- using a data element (elementary type)
- using a structure or table (structured type)
- using another table 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?

Select a suitable row type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO849 - Row type & is a view ?

  The SAP error message DO849 indicates that there is an issue with the data being processed in a particular context, specifically that a row type being referenced is a view rather than a table. This error typically arises in the context of data processing or data manipulation where the system expects a table structure but encounters a view instead.
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Mismatch: The error occurs when the program or transaction is trying to access or manipulate data in a way that is not compatible with the underlying data structure. For example, if a program expects a table but receives a view, it will trigger this error.
  Incorrect Data Source: The data source being referenced may be incorrectly defined or selected, leading to the system trying to perform operations on a view that it cannot handle in the expected manner.
  Program Logic Error: There may be a logical error in the ABAP code or configuration that leads to the incorrect handling of data types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the data source being used is indeed a table and not a view. If a view is being used, consider changing the logic to use a table instead.
  Review ABAP Code: If you are working with custom ABAP programs, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the data types. Make sure that any SELECT statements or data manipulations are appropriate for the data structure being used.
  Adjust Data Processing Logic: If the view is necessary for your logic, you may need to adjust how you are processing the data. For example, you might need to use a different method to retrieve or manipulate the data that is compatible with views.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are using to see if there are any known issues or recommendations regarding the use of views versus tables.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs in a specific transaction, look for transaction codes that might be related to data processing or reporting, as they may have specific requirements regarding data structures.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific environment and configuration.