How To Fix /SCMTMS/COND071 - Field name is required when you use a table type with no structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COND -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Field name is required when you use a table type with no structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COND071 - Field name is required when you use a table type with no structure ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COND071 Field name is required when you use a table type with no structure typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the definition of a table type in ABAP code. This error indicates that a table type is being used without a defined structure, which is necessary for the system to understand how to handle the data.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Structure: The table type being referenced does not have an associated structure defined. In ABAP, a table type must be linked to a structure that defines the fields it contains.
  Incorrect Data Declaration: The code may be attempting to declare a table type without specifying the necessary structure, leading to ambiguity in the data handling.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If there have been recent changes in the Data Dictionary (like deletion or modification of a structure), it could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Structure: Ensure that the table type you are using is associated with a valid structure. You can create a new structure in the Data Dictionary (SE11) if one does not exist.
  
  Go to transaction SE11.
  Create a new structure or modify an existing one to include the necessary fields.
  Ensure that the structure is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Table Type Declaration: Review the ABAP code where the table type is declared. Make sure that it is correctly referencing a defined structure.
  
  
  Example of correct declaration:
  TYPES: BEGIN OF ty_my_structure,
           field1 TYPE string,
           field2 TYPE i,
         END OF ty_my_structure.
  
  TYPES: tt_my_table TYPE TABLE OF ty_my_structure.
  
  
  
  
  Review Code Logic: If the error occurs during runtime, check the logic that populates or manipulates the table type. Ensure that the operations being performed are valid for the defined structure.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all related objects (structures, table types) were included in the transport request and are correctly activated in the target system.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program to identify the exact point of failure. This can provide insights into what is being passed to the table type and why it is failing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Data Dictionary: Understanding how to create and manage structures and table types in the ABAP Data Dictionary is crucial for resolving this error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on ABAP programming and data types for best practices in defining structures and table types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/COND071 error and ensure that your ABAP code correctly utilizes table types with the necessary structures.