How To Fix TG747 - Table category of table & changed to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TG - Messages for Upgrade Repository Switch

• Message number: 747

• Message text: Table category of table & changed to &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TG747 - Table category of table & changed to & ?

  The SAP error message TG747 indicates that the table category of a specific table has been changed. This typically occurs during the process of modifying the data dictionary in SAP, particularly when a table's attributes or properties are altered.
  Cause:
  The error message TG747 is triggered when:
  
  A table's category is changed from one type to another (e.g., from a transparent table to a pooled table or vice versa).
  This change may be due to a modification in the table definition, which can happen during development or when applying changes from a transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TG747 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Definition: Review the table definition in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) to understand the current category and the intended category. Ensure that the change is necessary and valid.
  
  
  Adjust Table Category: If the change was made in error, you can revert the table category back to its original state. This can be done by editing the table definition in SE11.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the change was made as part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly configured and that all dependent objects are included.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database and the data dictionary to ensure that there are no inconsistencies caused by the change. You can use transaction SE14 for this purpose.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific table and its category to understand the implications of the change.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the application or functionality that was affected by the change to ensure that everything is working as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to the TG747 error.
  
  
  Table Categories: Familiarize yourself with the different table categories in SAP, such as:
  
  Transparent Tables
  Pooled Tables
  Cluster Tables
  Views
  
  
  
  Understanding these categories will help you make informed decisions when modifying table definitions.
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.