How To Fix DT183 - Field &: Used reference type & is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Field &: Used reference type & is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT183 - Field &: Used reference type & is not active ?

  The SAP error message DT183, which states "Field &: Used reference type & is not active," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with data dictionary objects. This error indicates that a reference type (such as a structure, table type, or data element) that is being used in your program or data dictionary is not currently active. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Object: The reference type you are trying to use has not been activated. In SAP, all objects (like data elements, structures, or types) must be activated before they can be used in programs or other objects.
  Transport Issues: If the reference type was recently transported from another system (like from development to quality assurance), it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Changes in the Data Dictionary: If there were changes made to the reference type (like adding fields or changing data types), it may need to be reactivated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Reference Type:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the reference type that is causing the error.
  Check if it is active. If it is not, activate it by clicking the "Activate" button (or using the menu option).
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  If the reference type is dependent on other objects, ensure that all dependent objects are also active.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the reference type was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Program:
  
  After activating the reference type, recheck the program or object that was generating the error to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the error continues, consider debugging the program to identify where the inactive reference type is being called.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Module
  SE24: Class Builder (if the reference type is a class)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data dictionary objects and activation processes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DT183 error and ensure that your reference types are active and usable in your SAP environment.