How To Fix 5Y173 - Error while reading table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Y - Error messages for info-type Italian module pools

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Error while reading table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Y173 - Error while reading table & ?

  The SAP error message 5Y173, which states "Error while reading table &," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific database table in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the database connection, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Table: The table may be corrupted or have inconsistencies that prevent it from being read.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definition.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues.
  Table Consistency: If you suspect that the table is corrupted, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to repair the table.
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.