How To Fix CD859 - Specify a table defined in the dictionary


CD859 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CD - Change Documents

  • Message number: 859

  • Message text: Specify a table defined in the dictionary

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  • What causes this issue?

    Specify a table that is defined in the dictionary.

    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?


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CD859 - Details

  • The SAP error message CD859 ("Specify a table defined in the dictionary") typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an operation that requires a database table, but the specified table is either not defined in the Data Dictionary or is incorrectly referenced.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Table Name: The table name provided in the transaction or program may be misspelled or does not exist in the SAP Data Dictionary. Table Not Activated: The table might exist but is not activated in the Data Dictionary. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table. Custom Development: If the error arises from a custom program or enhancement, it may be due to incorrect coding or references to non-existent tables.
    Solution: Check Table Name: Verify that the table name is correctly spelled and exists in the Data Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the table. Activate the Table:

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