Message type: E = Error
Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary
Message number: 231
Message text: Direct type specification has been enabled
You have enabled direct entry for the data type, length and short
description of a field.
You can mix this kind of field with fields whose attributes are set by
specifying a data element and domain.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Ensure that fields without a data element have only a restricted
function. If you use a field on a screen, it should always be linked to
a data element.
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E2231
- Direct type specification has been enabled ?The SAP error message E2231, which states "Direct type specification has been enabled," typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming. This error is related to the use of data types in your ABAP code, particularly when you are trying to declare a variable or a data object without specifying its type correctly.
Cause: The error is triggered when the ABAP program attempts to use a direct type specification (like TYPE or LIKE) in a context where it is not allowed or when the type is not defined properly. This can happen due to: Incorrect Type Declaration: You may have declared a variable without specifying its type correctly. Incompatible Data Types: The type you are trying to use may not be compatible with the context in which it is being used. Legacy Code: If you are working with older ABAP code, it may not conform to the current standards or practices.
Solution: To resolve the E2231 error,
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