How To Fix AD244 - Table & is not active or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Table & is not active or does not exist

What causes this issue?

The table has either not yet been defined in the ABAP/4 Dictionary or
else has not yet been activated.

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?

Create or activate the table as relevant. For an overview of tables
defined in the ABAP/4 Dictionary, you can refer to the ABAP/4
Dictionary Information System (SE15). You can create a new table and
activate an existing table using transaction SE11.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD244 - Table & is not active or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message AD244 indicates that a specific table is either not active or does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that requires access to a particular database table.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Activated: The table may not have been activated in the system. This can happen if the table was recently created or modified and the activation process was not completed.
  Table Does Not Exist: The table may not exist in the database. This could be due to a deletion, a transport issue, or the table being part of a different system or client.
  Transport Issues: If the table was supposed to be transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been an issue during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the table from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Activate the Table: If the table exists but is not active, you can activate it using transaction SE11. Select the table and choose the "Activate" option.
  Transport Check: If the table was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the table or correct any issues in the transport request.
  Authorization Check: Ensure 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 failures.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (for checking and adjusting database objects)
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific table or error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.