How To Fix DT954 - Table &: BUFPARM was already set to &

DT954 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 954

• Message text: Table &: BUFPARM was already set to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT954 - Table &: BUFPARM was already set to & ?

  The SAP error message DT954 indicates that there is an issue with the buffer parameters for a specific table. The message states that the buffer parameter for the specified table has already been set to a certain value, which means that the system is trying to set it again, leading to a conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Buffer Setting: The error typically occurs when there is an attempt to set the buffer parameters for a table that has already been configured in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: It may arise from incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system, where the buffer parameters are being set multiple times.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it might lead to inconsistencies in buffer settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Buffer Settings: Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the current buffer settings for the specified table. Ensure that the settings are as intended.
  Avoid Duplicate Settings: If you are