How To Fix B1403 - Table & is not an active table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B1 - ALE group messages

• Message number: 403

• Message text: Table & is not an active table

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& does not exist in active form in the data repository.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B1403 - Table & is not an active table ?

  The SAP error message B1403, 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 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 SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the table name and check if it is active. If it is not, 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.
  
  
  
  Check Development and Production Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the table exists and is active in both the development and production environments. If it is missing in production, you may need to transport it.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  If you suspect database issues, check the database connection and ensure that the database is functioning correctly. You may need to consult your database administrator.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary for managing database tables.
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer for managing transport requests.
  SU53: Authorization check to see if the user has the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message B1403. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about 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.