How To Fix IUUC_TAB031 - Text Table &1 should not be set to FREEZE, because it refers to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IUUC_TAB - IUUC: Messages for table analysis

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Text Table &1 should not be set to FREEZE, because it refers to &2

What causes this issue?

The text table should not be set to process option "FREEZE", because it
refers to a table (for which it provides a description) which is not set
to FREEZE. If however, the referenced table undergoes changes, also this
text table will be changed.

System Response

Either, set the referred table also to FREEZE, or change the process
option of the text table.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IUUC_TAB031 - Text Table &1 should not be set to FREEZE, because it refers to &2 ?

  The SAP error message IUUC_TAB031 indicates that a text table (denoted as &1) is set to "FREEZE" status, but it cannot be frozen because it has a dependency on another table (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data replication or data management processes, particularly when using the SAP Landscape Transformation (SLT) Replication Server or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Dependency Violation: The text table you are trying to freeze has a foreign key or some form of dependency on another table. Freezing a table means that it will not accept any further changes, but if it is dependent on another table that is still active, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Replication Settings: The settings in the data replication configuration may not allow for certain tables to be frozen if they are linked to other tables that are still being updated or replicated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the relationships between the text table and the referenced table. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (SE11) for foreign key relationships.
  Unfreeze or Adjust the Other Table: If the referenced table (&2) is still active and needs to be updated, you may need to adjust its status or ensure that it is also set to "FREEZE" if appropriate.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be specific guidelines or patches available.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the table structures and relationships.
  SLT Configuration: If you are using SLT, check the configuration settings for replication and ensure that the tables are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on handling text tables and their dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IUUC_TAB031 error and implement a suitable solution.