How To Fix DT408 - Append structure & no longer found

DT408 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Append structure & no longer found

What causes this issue?

An append structure was added to the table or structure in the previous
version, but it cannot now be found.

System Response

The table or structure is activated without the fields of the append
structure. The adjustment in the database may still be necessary for
tables.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT408 - Append structure & no longer found ?

  The SAP error message DT408 typically indicates that an append structure that was previously associated with a table or structure is no longer found. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the data dictionary, deletion of the append structure, or issues with transport requests.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Append Structure: The append structure may have been deleted or not transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  Transport Issues: If the append structure was created in a development environment and not properly transported to the quality or production environment, it may not exist in those environments.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: Changes made to the underlying table or structure that the append was associated with can lead to this error.
  Inconsistent System State: If there are inconsistencies between the development, quality, and production systems, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the append structure exists in the relevant system.