How To Fix 00958 - DB error: Table & in DB interface is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 958

• Message text: DB error: Table & in DB interface is unknown

What causes this issue?

There is no entry in the Nametab for the specified name.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The table should be defined and activated using the Dictionary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00958 - DB error: Table & in DB interface is unknown ?

  The SAP error message "00958 DB error: Table & in DB interface is unknown" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a database table that is not recognized or does not exist in the database interface. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database. This could be due to a typo in the table name or the table not being created.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be issues with the database connection, leading to the inability to access certain tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful, or the table may not have been included in the transport.
  Database Schema Changes: Changes in the database schema or structure may lead to tables being renamed or dropped.
  Incorrect Configuration: The database configuration in the SAP system may be incorrect, leading to issues in recognizing the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if the table is present.
  Review Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is properly configured and that the SAP system can communicate with the database.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the table was included.
  Database Schema Review: Review any recent changes to the database schema to ensure that the table has not been renamed or dropped.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Database Logs: Review database logs for any errors or issues that may provide more context on the problem.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.