How To Fix FDT_CHANGE_INFO216 - DDIC type was set to &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_CHANGE_INFO - FDT: Changes info in object for different versions

• Message number: 216

• Message text: DDIC type was set to &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_CHANGE_INFO216 - DDIC type was set to &1 ?

  The SAP error message FDT_CHANGE_INFO216 indicates that there is an issue related to the Data Dictionary (DDIC) type being set to a specific value (represented by &1). This error typically arises in the context of using the SAP Field Data Tool (FDT) or when working with data elements, structures, or tables in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when there is an inconsistency or an unexpected value in the Data Dictionary type of a field or data element. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Changes made to the data element or structure that are not compatible with the existing configuration.
  An attempt to use a data type that is not supported or is incorrectly defined.
  Issues arising from transport requests that have not been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Element/Structure:
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the data element or structure associated with the error.
  Verify that the DDIC type is correctly defined and matches the expected type.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  If recent changes were made to the data element or structure, review those changes to ensure they are valid and do not conflict with existing definitions.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all objects were transported correctly.
  Make sure that the transport request has been properly imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the affected objects to identify any inconsistencies that may need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Field Data Tool (FDT): Familiarize yourself with the FDT and its configuration, as this tool is often involved in managing data fields and their properties.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.