How To Fix DO953 - Secondary Index &: Type of index & has no valid value

DO953 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 953

• Message text: Secondary Index &: Type of index & has no valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO953 - Secondary Index &: Type of index & has no valid value ?

  The SAP error message DO953 indicates an issue with a secondary index in the database. Specifically, it means that the type of index specified does not have a valid value. This error typically arises during database operations, such as when trying to create or modify an index.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Index Type: The index type specified in the database configuration is not recognized or is incorrectly defined.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the database or the data model that lead to this error.
  Data Dictionary Issues: The data dictionary might have inconsistencies or errors that prevent the proper creation or use of the secondary index.
  Transport Issues: If the index was transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to an invalid state.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Index Configuration: Review the configuration of the secondary index in the database. Ensure that the index type is correctly defined and