DT040 - Table type changed from &->& (DB table is deleted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Table type changed from &->& (DB table is deleted)

What causes this issue?

The table type has changed. Changes have therefore become necessary in
the database objects. An existing database table must be deleted.

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?

This action might be carried out automatically by the system. Otherwise
you must delete the table from the database yourself using the database
utility (SE14).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT040 - Table type changed from &->& (DB table is deleted) ?

  The SAP error message DT040 indicates that a database table has been deleted, which has led to a change in the table type. This error typically arises during the activation of a data dictionary object or when trying to access a table that no longer exists in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Table Deletion: The most common cause of this error is that the database table has been deleted from the database, either intentionally or accidentally.
  Transport Issues: If the table was part of a transport request and the transport was not executed correctly, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Development Environment Changes: Changes made in the development environment that were not properly reflected in the production environment can also lead to this error.
  Inconsistent Data Dictionary: If the data dictionary (DDIC) is not in sync with the actual database, it can cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Database: Verify if the table indeed exists in the database. You can do this by executing a SQL query or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Recreate the Table: If the table has been deleted and is required, you may need to recreate it. This can be done by using the original table definition in the Data Dictionary.
  Transport Request: If the table was deleted as part of a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that the transport was executed correctly. You may need to re-import the transport request.
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to ensure that the data dictionary and database are in sync.
  Check for Dependencies: If other objects depend on the deleted table, you may need to address those dependencies as well.
  Restore from Backup: If the table is critical and has been deleted, consider restoring it from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE16 (Data Browser) for managing database tables.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on managing database tables and data dictionary objects.
  Change Management: Implement proper change management practices to avoid accidental deletions in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DT040 error and restore the necessary functionality in your SAP system.