How To Fix OL334 - Table-like attributes are only possible for virtual attributes

OL334 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OL - Workflow object types: Run-time system

• Message number: 334

• Message text: Table-like attributes are only possible for virtual attributes

What causes this issue?

Multiline attributes must not be references to ABAP/4 Dictionary
fields.

How to fix this error?

Select the type 'virtual attribute' for this attribute.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OL334 - Table-like attributes are only possible for virtual attributes ?

  The SAP error message OL334, which states "Table-like attributes are only possible for virtual attributes," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when you are trying to define or use table-like attributes in a way that is not supported by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Attribute Definition: The error usually arises when you attempt to define attributes in a way that the system does not support. Specifically, it indicates that you are trying to create a table-like attribute for a non-virtual attribute.
  Virtual vs. Non-Virtual Attributes: In SAP BW, virtual attributes are those that do not store data physically in the database but are derived from other data sources or calculations. Table-like attributes can only be defined for these virtual attributes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Attribute Type: Ensure that the attribute you are trying to define as table-like is indeed a virtual attribute. If it is not, you will need to either