How To Fix MC371 - Table type change not allowed for base table of view &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Table type change not allowed for base table of view &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC371 - Table type change not allowed for base table of view & ?

  The SAP error message MC371, which states "Table type change not allowed for base table of view &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the table type of a base table that is being used in a view. This error is related to the data dictionary in SAP and indicates that the system does not allow modifications to the table type of a base table that is part of a view definition.
  
  Cause:
  
  Base Table in Use: The base table is currently being used in one or more views, and SAP restricts changes to the table type to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  Table Type Change: You may be trying to change the table type from a transparent table to a pooled or cluster table, or vice versa, which is not permitted if the table is referenced in a view.
  Dependencies: There are dependencies on the base table that prevent changes