How To Fix DO869 - *** Delete table types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 869

• Message text: *** Delete table types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO869 - *** Delete table types ?

  The SAP error message DO869, which states "Delete table types," typically occurs when there are issues related to the deletion of table types in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) of SAP. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete a table type that is still being referenced in other objects (like structures, function modules, or programs).
  Cause:
  
  References Exist: The most common cause of this error is that the table type you are trying to delete is still being used in other database objects. SAP does not allow the deletion of objects that are still in use to maintain data integrity.
  Transport Requests: If the table type is part of a transport request that has not been released or is still in use, it may also prevent deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check References: 
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table type is being used in any other objects. You can do this by selecting the table type and using the "Where-Used List" function (Shift + F4).
  Identify and remove or modify the references to the table type in other objects.
  
  
  
  Delete References: 
  
  If you find that the table type is being used in structures, function modules, or other programs, you will need to either delete or modify those objects to remove the dependency on the table type.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: 
  
  Ensure that there are no open transport requests that include the table type. If there are, you may need to release or delete those transport requests.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the table type. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Use SE14: 
  
  If the table type is part of a database table, you can use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check for inconsistencies or issues related to the database objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing Data Dictionary objects and understanding dependencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the error message DO869.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO869 error and successfully delete the table type if it is no longer needed.