How To Fix TB221 - Invalid offset specification

TB221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Invalid offset specification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB221 - Invalid offset specification ?

  The SAP error message TB221 "Invalid offset specification" typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming, particularly when dealing with internal tables or data structures. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way an offset is specified in a statement, such as when trying to access a specific position in an internal table or a string.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Indexing: The offset specified may be out of the bounds of the internal table or string. For example, trying to access an index that is less than 1 or greater than the number of entries in the table.
  Incorrect Data Type: The variable used for the offset may not be of the correct data type or may not be initialized properly.
  Negative Offsets: Using negative values for offsets, which are not valid in the context of accessing table entries or string positions.
  Dynamic Offsets: If the offset is calculated dynamically, there may be