How To Fix CDC_RECORDER008 - Table &1 not known in recorder &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDC_RECORDER - Messages for Change Data Capture

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Table &1 not known in recorder &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDC_RECORDER008 - Table &1 not known in recorder &2 ?

  The SAP error message CDC_RECORDER008 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1) is not recognized or known in the context of the specified recorder (denoted as &2). This error typically arises in the context of Change Data Capture (CDC) or data replication scenarios where the system is trying to access or record changes for a table that is not properly defined or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Defined: The table you are trying to access may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Table Name: There might be a typo or incorrect naming in the configuration or the request that references the table.
  Recorder Configuration Issues: The recorder itself may not be properly configured to recognize the table.
  Authorization Issues: The user or process may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated or properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Existence: Check if the table &1 exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the recorder &2 to ensure that it is set up correctly to include the specified table.
  Correct Naming: Ensure that the table name is spelled correctly in the configuration or the request.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Transport Activation: If the table was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated and is available in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CDC and the specific recorder you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to CDC, such as SLT (SAP Landscape Transformation) if applicable.
  Logs and Traces: Review logs and traces for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP data replication and CDC scenarios.