How To Fix SALV_X_API005 - Reference &1 does not refer to a standard internal table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Reference &1 does not refer to a standard internal table

What causes this issue?

A reference variable was expected to refer to an internal STANDARD TABLE
without additional unique secondary keys. Actually the reference refers
to some other data type.

System Response

ALV services cannot work on such a data type.

How to fix this error?

Pass a standard table to ALV services or use a different kind of data
provider.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API005 - Reference &1 does not refer to a standard internal table ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API005 indicates that the reference you are trying to use does not point to a standard internal table. This error typically occurs when working with the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework, particularly when using the SALV (Simple ALV) classes.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Data Type: The reference variable you are using does not point to a standard internal table. It might be pointing to a different data type, such as a structure or a non-standard internal table.
  Improper Declaration: The internal table may not be declared correctly or may not be initialized properly before being passed to the ALV function.
  Use of Non-Standard Tables: If you are using a custom or non-standard internal table that does not conform to the expected structure, this error can arise.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Type: Ensure that the variable you are passing to the ALV function is indeed a standard internal table. You can check this by using the DESCRIBE TABLE statement or by inspecting the data type in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  Correct Declaration: Make sure that the internal table is declared correctly. For example:
  DATA: lt_data TYPE TABLE OF your_structure.
  
  
  Initialization: Ensure that the internal table is properly initialized before passing it to the ALV function. For example:
  CLEAR lt_data.
  
  
  Use Standard Types: If you are using a custom internal table, consider using a standard table type or ensure that your custom table is defined correctly in the ABAP Dictionary.
  
  
  Example Code: Here is a simple example of how to correctly set up an internal table for use with SALV:
  DATA: lt_data TYPE TABLE OF your_structure,
        lo_alv  TYPE REF TO cl_salv_table.
  
  " Fill the internal table with data
  SELECT * FROM your_table INTO TABLE lt_data.
  
  " Create the ALV object
  cl_salv_table=>factory(
    IMPORTING
      r_salv_table = lo_alv
    CHANGING
      t_table      = lt_data ).
  
  " Display the ALV
  lo_alv->display( ).
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SALV Classes: Familiarize yourself with the SALV classes and their methods. The main class is cl_salv_table, which is used to create and display ALV grids.
  ABAP Data Types: Understanding ABAP data types and structures is crucial for working with internal tables.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to inspect the variable you are passing to the ALV function to ensure it is of the correct type.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API005 error and successfully display your data using the ALV framework.