How To Fix IB_CONTR008 - Error occurred when displaying table (ALV grid)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IB_CONTR - IBase: Message for display contracts for IBase

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Error occurred when displaying table (ALV grid)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IB_CONTR008 - Error occurred when displaying table (ALV grid) ?

  The SAP error message IB_CONTR008 typically occurs when there is an issue with displaying a table in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the ALV grid itself.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The underlying data being fetched for the ALV grid may have inconsistencies or may not be in the expected format.
  Field Catalog Problems: The field catalog used to define the structure of the ALV grid may be incorrectly defined or missing required fields.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data or execute the report.
  Technical Issues: There may be a problem with the ALV function modules or the way the ALV grid is being called in the ABAP program.
  Memory Issues: If the dataset is too large, it may lead to memory overflow or performance issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the data being fetched for the ALV grid is consistent and in the correct format. You can do this by running the underlying query or report separately to see if it returns the expected results.
  Review Field Catalog: Verify that the field catalog is correctly defined and includes all necessary fields. Ensure that the field names match those in the data source.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and execute the report. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code where the ALV grid is being generated. Look for any exceptions or errors that may be raised during the execution.
  Memory Management: If the dataset is large, consider implementing pagination or limiting the number of records fetched to avoid memory issues.
  Check ALV Function Modules: Ensure that the ALV function modules (like REUSE_ALV_GRID_DISPLAY) are being called correctly and that all required parameters are being passed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check the program code and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  ALV Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on ALV grids for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.