How To Fix DT915 - &-structure: field & data element changed

DT915 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 915

• Message text: &-structure: field & data element changed

What causes this issue?

For a BAPI or IDOC structure, you have changed a data element in an
incompatible fashion. This structure, however, is marked as "frozen".
This means that, in this version, it is delivered productive in BAPIs
and IDOCs, respectively. Renewed delivery with the performed change
would contradict the agreed interface.

System Response

Activation is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Undo the change. If it is absolutely necessary, you will have to remove
the status "frozoen". For information on how to do this and what you
need to watch out for, refer to Note 1297242.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT915 - &-structure: field & data element changed ?

  The SAP error message DT915, which states "Structure: Field & Data Element Changed," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the data element definitions in the ABAP Dictionary and the structure definitions in the program or data model. This can happen during various operations, such as activating a program, modifying a structure, or when there are inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Element Change: The data element associated with a field in a structure has been modified (e.g., its type, length, or domain).
  Structure Modification: The structure itself has been altered, such as adding or removing fields or changing field attributes.
  Inconsistent Dictionary Objects: There may be inconsistencies between the data dictionary and the program or report that uses the structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Element and Structure:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the data element and structure definitions. Ensure that they are consistent and that the data element has not been