How To Fix TB218 - Invalid column specification

TB218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Invalid column specification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB218 - Invalid column specification ?

  The SAP error message TB218 "Invalid column specification" typically occurs in the context of database operations, particularly when dealing with table definitions or modifications in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect syntax in SQL statements, issues with data types, or problems with the database schema.
  Causes of TB218 Error
  
  
  Incorrect SQL Syntax: The SQL statement may have a syntax error, such as missing commas, incorrect data types, or invalid column names.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type specified for a column may not be compatible with the existing data or the expected format.
  
  
  Column Name Issues: The column name specified may not exist in the table, or there may be a typo in the column name.
  
  
  Database Schema Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database schema, such as missing tables or columns that are referenced in the SQL statement.
  
  
  Database Constraints: Constraints such as primary keys, foreign keys,