How To Fix CE505 - Table & has no fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Table & has no fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE505 - Table & has no fields ?

  The SAP error message CE505 indicates that the specified table does not have any fields defined. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or manipulate a table that is either empty or not properly defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Table Definition Issues: The table may not have been defined correctly in the Data Dictionary (SE11). This could happen if the table was created but no fields were added.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from another system, there may have been an issue during the transport process that resulted in the table being created without fields.
  Database Issues: There could be a problem with the underlying database where the table exists, leading to a situation where the table appears to be empty.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the fields of the table, leading to the perception that the table has no fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the table name and check if any fields are defined. If no fields are present, you will need to add the necessary fields to the table.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs:
  
  If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the fields are missing.
  
  
  
  Database Check:
  
  If you suspect a database issue, you may need to check the database directly (using tools like SQL) to see if the table exists and if it has any fields.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view the table and its fields. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Table:
  
  If the table is indeed empty and not needed, you might consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct fields.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility (to check database-related issues)
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Data Dictionary and table management for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.