How To Fix SY253 - Loop during dictionary compare in program &

SY253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Loop during dictionary compare in program &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY253 - Loop during dictionary compare in program & ?

  The SAP error message SY253 ("Loop during dictionary compare in program &") typically occurs during the execution of a program that involves dictionary comparisons, such as when trying to activate or transport objects in the ABAP Dictionary. This error indicates that there is a circular reference or a loop in the dictionary objects being compared, which prevents the system from completing the operation.
  Causes:
  
  Circular References: There may be circular references between database tables, views, or data elements. For example, if Table A references Table B, and Table B references Table A, this can create a loop.
  Incorrect Foreign Key Relationships: If foreign key relationships are not properly defined or if they reference each other in a way that creates a loop, this error can occur.
  Transport Issues: If objects are being transported and there are dependencies that create a loop, this can trigger the error.
  Inconsistent Dictionary Objects: Changes made to dictionary objects that