How To Fix E0216 - No fields exist for table/segment &; check the table

E0216 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No fields exist for table/segment &; check the table

What causes this issue?

The specified table does not have any fields. The function module
GET_FIELDTAB therefore triggered an exception (TABLE_HAS_NO_FIELDS).

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?

Check the specified table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0216 - No fields exist for table/segment &; check the table ?

  The SAP error message E0216 ("No fields exist for table/segment &; check the table") typically occurs when you are trying to access a table or segment in the SAP system that does not have any fields defined. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with data dictionary objects, ABAP programs, or during data extraction processes.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Table/Segment: The specified table or segment does not have any fields defined in the Data Dictionary (DDIC).
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name or segment name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the fields of the specified table or segment.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system you are working in.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database that prevent the table from being accessed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Definition: