How To Fix GT654 - Table & has type (&, &); no updates possible

GT654 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GT - Database utilities

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Table & has type (&, &); no updates possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GT654 - Table & has type (&, &); no updates possible ?

  The SAP error message GT654 indicates that a specific table is defined with a certain type (e.g., "C" for cluster tables or "P" for pooled tables), and as a result, updates to that table are not possible. This typically occurs when you attempt to perform an update operation on a table that is not designed to support direct updates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Type: The table in question is either a pooled table or a cluster table. These types of tables are designed for specific purposes and do not allow direct updates.
  Data Model: The data model in SAP is structured in such a way that certain tables are meant to be accessed through specific transactions or programs rather than being updated directly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also arise due to insufficient authorizations to perform the update operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Type: Verify the type of the table you are trying to update. You can do