How To Fix DO874 - Table type & is still being used in table type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Table type & is still being used in table type &

What causes this issue?

When using the where-used list of the table type, it was found that the
table type is being used in other table types.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the table type, remove the use of the table type
in other table types before performing the deletion.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO874 - Table type & is still being used in table type & ?

  The SAP error message DO874 indicates that a table type is still being used in another table type or structure, which prevents you from making changes or deleting the table type in question. This is a common issue when working with data dictionary objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a table type that is still referenced by another object, such as:
  
  Another table type
  A structure
  A function module
  A program
  A class or interface
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify where the table type is being used and remove those references before you can delete or modify the table type. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table type.
  In the "Where-Used List" (Shift + F4 or right-click and select "Where-Used List"), you can find all the objects that reference the table type.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you have identified the objects that are using the table type, you will need to either modify or delete those references.
  If the references are in custom programs or function modules, you may need to adjust the code accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies that might be causing the issue. This includes checking for any active transport requests that might be using the table type.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Table Type:
  
  After all references have been removed, you should be able to delete or modify the table type without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator (to find where the table type is used)
  SE37: Function Module
  SE38: ABAP Program
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always check for dependencies before attempting to delete or modify data dictionary objects.
  Document any changes made to table types and their references for future reference.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  You can search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal for additional guidance or specific issues related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DO874 error and manage your table types effectively.