How To Fix SRAL005 - Data reference for ABAP data type '&1' could not be created

SRAL005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRAL - Read Access Log Message Class

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Data reference for ABAP data type '&1' could not be created

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SRAL005 - Details

• The SAP error message SRAL005 indicates that there is an issue with the data reference for an ABAP data type. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to create a data reference for a specified data type, which can happen for several reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Type: The specified data type (&1) may not be valid or recognized by the system. This can happen if the data type is not defined or if there is a typo in the type name.
  Non-Serializable Data Types: Some data types cannot be referenced or serialized, such as certain complex types or types that are not compatible with the data reference.
  Memory Issues: There may be insufficient memory or resources available to create the data reference.
  Incorrect Context: The data reference may be attempted to be created in an inappropriate context, such as within