How To Fix OO261 - Attribute &1 &2: Invalid value in table indicator (TABLEOF)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Attribute &1 &2: Invalid value in table indicator (TABLEOF)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO261 - Attribute &1 &2: Invalid value in table indicator (TABLEOF) ?

  The SAP error message OO261 indicates that there is an invalid value in a table indicator (TABLEOF) for a specific attribute in your ABAP program or data model. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain value or format for a table indicator, but the provided value does not meet those expectations.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value assigned to the attribute does not correspond to any valid entry in the specified table.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the value being assigned does not match the expected data type for the attribute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the data model or the way the table indicators are defined.
  Missing Entries: The required entries in the relevant table may be missing or not properly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Verify the value being assigned to the attribute. Ensure that it is valid and exists in the corresponding table.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that the data type of the value matches the expected data type for the attribute.
  Review Table Definitions: Check the definitions of the tables involved to ensure that they are correctly configured and that the necessary entries exist.
  Debugging: If you are working in an ABAP program, use the debugger to trace the point where the error occurs and inspect the values being processed.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific attribute and table to understand the valid values and formats.
  Check Custom Code: If you have custom code that interacts with the attribute, review it for any potential issues that could lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to inspect the table definitions and SE80 (Object Navigator) to review the related programs or objects.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the OO261 error and implement a suitable solution.