How To Fix NR343 - Domain & of data element & is not active in the dictionary


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: NR - Number ranges

  • Message number: 343

  • Message text: Domain & of data element & is not active in the dictionary

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NR343 - Domain & of data element & is not active in the dictionary ?

    The SAP error message NR343 indicates that a domain or data element is not active in the data dictionary. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to use a field in a table or structure that relies on a domain or data element that has not been activated or is not available in the system.

    Cause:

    1. Inactive Domain/Data Element: The domain or data element referenced in the error message has not been activated in the ABAP Dictionary.
    2. Transport Issues: If the domain or data element was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
    3. Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the domain or data element may have been deleted or not yet created.
    4. Namespace Issues: The domain or data element may belong to a different namespace that is not accessible in your current context.

    Solution:

    1. Activate the Domain/Data Element:

      • Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
      • Enter the name of the domain or data element that is causing the error.
      • Check if it is active. If it is not, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
    2. Check Transport Requests:

      • If the domain or data element was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the objects are activated in the target system.
    3. Review Development Objects:

      • If you are in a development environment, ensure that the domain or data element exists and is correctly defined. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it.
    4. Check for Dependencies:

      • Ensure that any dependent objects (like tables or structures that use the domain or data element) are also active and correctly defined.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • If you are unsure about the domain or data element, consult the SAP documentation or your development team for more information on its purpose and usage.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SE11: Data Dictionary
      • SE14: Database Utility (to check database objects)
      • SE80: Object Navigator (to view related objects)
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific domain or data element.

    • Debugging: If the error persists, consider using the ABAP debugger to trace where the error is occurring in the code.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NR343 error and ensure that the domain or data element is active and usable in your SAP environment.

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