How To Fix 1R317 - Table &1 field &2 points nonexistent table &4 for &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 317

• Message text: Table &1 field &2 points nonexistent table &4 for &3

What causes this issue?

The table &v1& contains inconsistent data. The table &v4& is entered
under the key &v2& in the column &v2&. However, table &v4& does not
exist.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the table entries.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R317 - Table &1 field &2 points nonexistent table &4 for &3 ?

  The SAP error message 1R317 indicates that there is an issue with a specific table and field in your SAP system. The message typically means that the system is trying to access a field in a table that does not exist or is not defined correctly. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Table &1: This is the name of the table that the system is trying to access.
  Field &2: This is the name of the field within the specified table that is being referenced.
  Table &4: This is the name of the nonexistent table that the system is trying to access.
  &3: This usually represents additional context or information related to the error.
  
  Causes
  
  Table or Field Deletion: The table or field may have been deleted or renamed in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is pointing to the wrong table or field.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included the necessary objects.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data dictionary, such as missing definitions or incorrect references.
  
  Solutions
  
  Check Table and Field Existence: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the specified table and field exist in the system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the table and field to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Transport Logs: Review transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Recreate Missing Objects: If a table or field is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP notes or documentation for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further investigation.