How To Fix E2169 - Field attributes are correct; now choose Table -> Check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 169

• Message text: Field attributes are correct; now choose Table -> Check

What causes this issue?

The field list of the table is correct. Please note that the function
<LS>Check fields</> checks only the consistency of the field list.
Consistency checks for the whole table definition can be made
with <LS>Table -> Check</>. Dependencies, e.g. foreign key between
tables or objects in the database, are also taken into consideration.

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?

Select <LS>Table -> Check</> to check the consistency of the table
definition.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2169 - Field attributes are correct; now choose Table -> Check ?

  The SAP error message E2169, which states "Field attributes are correct; now choose Table -> Check," typically occurs during the process of defining or modifying a table in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or while working with database tables in SAP. This message indicates that the field attributes you have defined for a table are valid, but you need to perform a check on the table itself to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Table Definition: The table may not have been fully defined or saved, leading to the need for a check.
  Field Attributes Validated: The field attributes (like data type, length, etc.) are correct, but the overall table structure needs validation.
  Missing Primary Key: If the table does not have a primary key defined, it may trigger this message.
  Database Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database that need to be resolved.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Perform Table Check:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the table you are working on.
  Choose the "Table" menu option and then select "Check" to validate the entire table structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Primary Key:
  
  Ensure that a primary key is defined for the table. If not, define one by selecting the appropriate fields.
  
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  After checking, if there are no errors, activate the table by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Review Field Definitions:
  
  Double-check the field definitions to ensure that all required fields are correctly defined and that there are no missing attributes.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are included in a transport request if you plan to move them to a different environment.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to other objects that might be causing issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes can provide additional guidance on specific error messages and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configuration of your SAP system.