How To Fix AD228 - Table & is not an active table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Table & is not an active table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD228 - Table & is not an active table ?

  The SAP error message AD228, which states "Table & is not an active table," typically occurs when you are trying to access a database table that is not currently active in the SAP system. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Activated: The table has not been activated in the Data Dictionary (SE11).
  Transport Issues: The table definition may have been transported to the system but not activated.
  Development Environment: The table exists in a development environment but has not been transported to the quality or production environment.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the underlying database that prevent the table from being recognized as active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Activate the Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the name of the table that is causing the error.
  Check if the table is in an inactive state. If it is, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the table was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the table is active in the target system.
  Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the transport logs.
  
  
  
  Check Development and Production Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the table exists and is active in all relevant environments (development, quality, production).
  If the table is missing in production, you may need to transport it from the development system.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  If you suspect database issues, you may need to run database consistency checks or consult your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE09/SE10 (Transport Organizer), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific table or error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for more details on Data Dictionary objects and their activation.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.