How To Fix ACM078 - Cannot get table information for table: &1 (RC=&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Cannot get table information for table: &1 (RC=&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM078 - Cannot get table information for table: &1 (RC=&2) ?

  The SAP error message ACM078, which states "Cannot get table information for table: &1 (RC=&2)," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing metadata or information about a specific database table in the SAP system. The placeholders &1 and &2 represent the table name and the return code (RC), respectively.
  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 Issues: There may be problems with the database connection, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Table Metadata: The metadata for the table may be corrupted or not properly defined in the system.
  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 specified in the error message actually exists in the database. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  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.
  Check Metadata: If the table exists but the error persists, you may need to check the metadata for the table. You can use transaction SE11 to display the table definition and ensure it is correctly defined.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect corruption, you may need to run a consistency check on the database or consult with your database administrator for further investigation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for ACM078 in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.