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

SALV_X_API005 - Overview

• 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