How To Fix SDDIC_ADT_DDLA028 - Structured types must contain at least one element.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDIC_ADT_DDLA - Messages for Annotation Definition Design Time

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Structured types must contain at least one element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA028 - Structured types must contain at least one element. ?

  The SAP error message SDDIC_ADT_DDLA028 indicates that a structured type (like a structure or a table type) in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) is defined without any elements. In SAP, structured types are expected to have at least one field or element defined within them. This error typically arises during the creation or modification of a structure or table type in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that you are trying to create or modify a structure or table type that does not contain any fields. SAP requires that all structured types must have at least one field defined to be valid.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the structured type you are working with contains at least one field. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Open the Data Dictionary (SE11):
  
  Go to transaction SE11 in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Select the Object Type:
  
  Choose "Data Type" and enter the name of the structure or table type that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Edit the Structure/Table Type:
  
  Click on the "Change" button to edit the structure or table type.
  
  
  
  Add Fields:
  
  In the "Fields" tab, add at least one field to the structure. You need to specify the field name, data element, and any other necessary attributes.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After adding the required fields, save your changes and activate the structure or table type.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Errors:
  
  If you encounter any other errors, address them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Dictionary (DDIC): The Data Dictionary in SAP is a central repository that contains definitions of all data elements, structures, tables, and other data-related objects.
  ABAP Development: Understanding how to work with structures and types is crucial for ABAP development, as they are fundamental to data handling in SAP applications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on creating and managing data types in the Data Dictionary.
  
  By ensuring that your structured types contain at least one field, you should be able to resolve the SDDIC_ADT_DDLA028 error and proceed with your development tasks.