How To Fix DT213 - &-& (Type VARC no longer supported as of release 3.0)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 213

• Message text: &-& (Type VARC no longer supported as of release 3.0)

What causes this issue?

The domain upon which the field is based has a data type which is no
longer supported as of the specified release.

System Response

Warning.

How to fix this error?

If you still need the object belonging to the field after the release
upgrade, change the data type of the corresponding domain. You can
display the valid data types by pressing the F4 key in the field
<LS>Data type</> in the maintenance screen of the domain.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT213 - &-& (Type VARC no longer supported as of release 3.0) ?

  The SAP error message DT213 indicates that the data type VARC is no longer supported as of release 3.0. This error typically arises when you are trying to use a data type that has been deprecated in the newer versions of SAP.
  Cause:
  The VARC data type was used in earlier versions of SAP for variable-length character strings. However, as SAP evolved, this data type was replaced with more efficient and standardized data types. The error occurs when a program or data structure is still referencing the VARC type, which is no longer valid in the current version of SAP.
  Solution:
  To resolve the DT213 error, you need to replace the VARC data type with a supported alternative. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Usage: Locate where the VARC data type is being used in your ABAP programs, data dictionary objects, or any other relevant areas.
  
  
  Replace VARC: Change the data type from VARC to a supported type. The recommended replacement is typically STRING or CHAR(n) where n is the maximum length you need. 
  
  STRING: This is a variable-length string that can hold any length of text.
  CHAR(n): This is a fixed-length character string where n specifies the length.
  
  
  
  Adjust Code: After replacing the data type, ensure that any related code is adjusted accordingly. This may include changing how data is assigned, manipulated, or displayed.
  
  
  Test: Thoroughly test the changes to ensure that the functionality remains intact and that there are no further issues related to the data type change.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, make sure to transport the changes to the quality assurance and production environments as needed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific version you are using to understand the changes in data types and best practices for data handling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DT213 error and ensure your SAP environment is using supported data types.