How To Fix E2205 - & is a structure

E2205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 205

• Message text: & is a structure

What causes this issue?

You entered the name of a structure in the initial screen of the ABAP/4
Dictionary, but selected one of the object types 'Tables' or 'Views'.

System Response

Information message

How to fix this error?

No action required. You branch automatically to structure maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2205 - & is a structure ?

  The SAP error message E2205 typically indicates an issue related to the structure definition in the ABAP Dictionary. This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or problems with the structure you are trying to use or define in your ABAP program or data dictionary.
  Cause of Error E2205
  
  Inconsistent Structure Definition: The structure may have been modified, and the changes have not been activated or are inconsistent with the database.
  Field Length Issues: There may be fields in the structure that have lengths or types that are not compatible with the database or other structures.
  Missing Components: The structure might be missing required components or fields that are necessary for its definition.
  Transport Issues: If the structure was transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport that caused inconsistencies.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Structure Definition: Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the definition of the structure. Ensure that all fields are correctly