How To Fix CACS_TYPE003 - Table &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_TYPE - Generic Type

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Table &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_TYPE003 - Table &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message CACS_TYPE003, which states "Table &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Customer Activity Repository (CAR) or related modules where certain tables are expected to be valid and accessible for processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Existing: The specified table does not exist in the database.
  Table Inconsistency: The table exists but is inconsistent or corrupted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing data.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the table from being accessed.
  
  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).
  
  
  Check Table Activation: If the table exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the Data Dictionary (SE11) by checking the table's status.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport or activate the objects.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database. This may involve running database-specific tools or transactions to check for integrity issues.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for specific error messages.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CACS_TYPE003 error in your SAP system.