How To Fix DT146 - Field &: Position was changed

DT146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Field &: Position was changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT146 - Field &: Position was changed ?

  The SAP error message DT146 ("Field &: Position was changed") typically occurs in the context of data entry or data processing within SAP, particularly when dealing with field positions in a data structure or table. This error indicates that the position of a field in a data structure has been altered, which can lead to inconsistencies or errors in data processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Position Change: The most common cause of this error is that the position of a field in a data structure (like a table or a structure) has been modified after the program or transaction was developed. This can happen due to changes in the underlying data model or updates to the SAP system.
  Inconsistent Data: If the data being processed does not match the expected structure (for example, if a field is expected at a certain position but is found at a different one), this error can occur.
  Custom Development: If