How To Fix STUN_ORA000 - Error during automatic generation of field catalog (ALV)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STUN_ORA - Messages for Function Group STUN_ORA (Oracle Statistics)

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Error during automatic generation of field catalog (ALV)

What causes this issue?

Function module REUSE_ALV_FIELDCATALOG_MERGE is used to generate the
field catalog from the ABAP Dictionary; an error occurred during this
process.

System Response

After the message is displayed, the system continues processing.

How to fix this error?

Notify your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the ABAP List Viewer (ALV) utilities to ensure they are
functioning correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STUN_ORA000 - Error during automatic generation of field catalog (ALV) ?

  The SAP error message STUN_ORA000 typically occurs during the automatic generation of a field catalog in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) report. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes of STUN_ORA000 Error
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The fields in the internal table may have data types that are not compatible with the ALV field catalog. For example, if a field is defined as a character type in the internal table but is expected to be numeric in the ALV.
  
  
  Field Catalog Definition Issues: If the field catalog is not defined correctly or if there are missing fields that are expected by the ALV, this error can occur.
  
  
  Empty Internal Table: If the internal table that is being passed to the ALV is empty, it may lead to this error during the generation of the field catalog.
  
  
  Incorrect Field Names: If the field names in the internal table do not match the field names expected in the ALV, this can cause issues.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization problems can prevent the ALV from accessing the necessary data or metadata, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the internal table match the expected types in the ALV field catalog. You can use the DESCRIBE FIELD statement to check the data types.
  
  
  Review Field Catalog Definition: Make sure that the field catalog is defined correctly. Check for any missing fields or incorrect definitions. You can manually define the field catalog if automatic generation fails.
  
  
  Populate Internal Table: Ensure that the internal table being passed to the ALV is populated with data. You can add checks to confirm that the table is not empty before calling the ALV function.
  
  
  Verify Field Names: Double-check the field names in the internal table and ensure they match the expected names in the ALV. You can use the FIELD-SYMBOLS statement to dynamically reference fields.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data and metadata required for the ALV report.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs. This can provide insights into the specific cause of the error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  ALV Function Modules: Familiarize yourself with the ALV function modules such as REUSE_ALV_GRID_DISPLAY or REUSE_ALV_LIST_DISPLAY, as they are commonly used for displaying ALV reports.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the STUN_ORA000 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for ALV reporting to understand best practices and guidelines for defining field catalogs and internal tables.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the STUN_ORA000 error in your SAP ALV report.