How To Fix DT218 - Table has no fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Table has no fields

What causes this issue?

There was an attempt to activate a table for which no fields have yet
been defined.

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?

Enter fields for the table. A table without fields makes no sense.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT218 - Table has no fields ?

  The SAP error message DT218 ("Table has no fields") typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a database table that has not been defined with any fields in the Data Dictionary (DDIC). This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a new table or when trying to use a table that has not been properly set up.
  Causes:
  
  Table Definition Issue: The table may have been created without any fields, either due to an error during the creation process or because it was intentionally defined that way.
  Transport Issues: If the table definition was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing fields.
  Database Issues: There could be a mismatch between the database and the Data Dictionary, possibly due to manual changes in the database that were not reflected in the DDIC.
  Development Errors: A developer might have mistakenly created a table without defining any fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Definition: Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the definition of the table in question. Ensure that it has fields defined.
  Create or Modify Fields: If the table is indeed empty, you can add fields to it. Make sure to activate the table after making changes.
  Transport Corrections: If the issue arose from a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that the table definition was correctly transported. You may need to re-transport the correct version of the table.
  Database Consistency: If there are inconsistencies between the database and the DDIC, you may need to use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to adjust the database structure or to regenerate the table.
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the table structure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to view and edit table definitions.
  SE14: Database Utility - to manage database objects.
  SE03: Transport Organizer - to manage transport requests.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Data Dictionary and table management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.