How To Fix /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS206 - Only includes are allowed in the data part of table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Only includes are allowed in the data part of table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS206 - Only includes are allowed in the data part of table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_DC_TOOLS206 with the description "Only includes are allowed in the data part of table &1" typically occurs when there is an issue with the structure of a table definition in the ABAP Dictionary. This error indicates that the data part of the specified table is not correctly defined, and it is expecting only "includes" (which are structures or types defined elsewhere) to be present.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Table Definition: The table definition may have been incorrectly set up, where the data part of the table is not using includes as expected.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data types or structures defined in the table may not conform to the expected format.
  Custom Development Issues: If this is a custom table, there may be issues in the way it was created or modified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definition:
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Look for the table that is causing the error (replace &1 with the actual table name).
  Ensure that the data part of the table only includes includes (structures) and does not contain any direct field definitions.
  
  
  
  Modify the Table Structure:
  
  If the table is incorrectly defined, you may need to modify it. Remove any direct field definitions and replace them with includes that define the necessary fields.
  Ensure that the includes are properly defined and contain the correct field types.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the table definition was recently changed, ensure that the changes are included in the correct transport request and that they have been properly transported to the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  If the table is dependent on other objects (like domains or data elements), ensure that those are correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct structure, refer to SAP documentation or consult with a colleague who has experience with ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 (ABAP Dictionary)
  SE14 (Database Utility)
  SE80 (Object Navigator)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on table definitions.
  
  
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with best practices for defining tables and includes in ABAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.