How To Fix DRF_OUTBOUND039 - Type &1 is not a table type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DRF_OUTBOUND - Messages for Outbound Services

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Type &1 is not a table type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND039 - Type &1 is not a table type ?

  The SAP error message DRF_OUTBOUND039 indicates that there is an issue with the data type being used in the context of the Data Replication Framework (DRF). Specifically, the error message states that the type specified (denoted as &1) is not recognized as a table type. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring outbound data replication or when defining data structures for replication.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Incorrect Data Type Definition: The type specified in the configuration is not defined as a table type in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the DRF settings where a non-table type is being referenced.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might be incorrectly defined or implemented.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Data Type Definition:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the definition of the type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the type is indeed a table type. If it is not, you may need to create a new table type or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Review DRF Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the DRF configuration (transaction DRFIMG) and review the settings related to the outbound data replication.
  Ensure that the correct types are being used in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom implementations or enhancements, review the code to ensure that the correct data types are being used.
  Make sure that any custom types are properly defined in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the replication process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to DRF for any specific guidelines or updates that might address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: ABAP Dictionary to check data types.
  DRFIMG: Configuration for Data Replication Framework.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional support from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.