How To Fix 5A200 - Table &1 does not physically exist in client &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Table &1 does not physically exist in client &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A200 - Table &1 does not physically exist in client &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5A200 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1) does not physically exist in the specified client (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is trying to access a table that has not been created or is not available in the current client context.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Created: The table may not have been created in the specified client. This can happen if the table is part of a custom development or if it was not included during the client copy process.
  Client-Specific Data: Some tables are client-specific, meaning they only exist in certain clients. If you are trying to access a table that is not relevant for the current client, this error will occur.
  Transport Issues: If the table was supposed to be transported from another system and the transport did not occur successfully, the table may not exist in the target client.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists in the specified client. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  Client Copy: If the table is part of a development or testing environment, ensure that it has been included in the client copy process if you are working in a production environment.
  Transport Request: If the table was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful. If not, you may need to re-transport the table.
  Authorization Check: 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.
  Consult Documentation: If the table is part of a standard SAP module or custom development, consult the relevant documentation or development team to understand the expected behavior and existence of the table.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table definitions.
  SE03: Transport Organizer to check transport requests.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if there are any issues with user permissions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Client-Specific Tables: Understand the concept of client-specific and cross-client tables in SAP, as this can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.