How To Fix CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES020 - Table &1 is not a database table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES - Message class to capture Obsolete Data Handling messages

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Table &1 is not a database table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES020 - Table &1 is not a database table ?

  The SAP error message "CODAC_ODH_MESSAGES020 Table &1 is not a database table" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a table that is not recognized as a database table in the SAP system. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name specified in the error message may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Non-Existent Table: The table may not exist in the database, either because it has been deleted or never created.
  View Instead of Table: The name provided might refer to a view or a structure rather than a database table.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Name: Check the spelling and ensure that the table name is correct. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table.
  Check Existence: Use transaction SE11 to confirm whether the table exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Check Table Type: Ensure that the object you are trying to access is indeed a database table and not a view or structure. You can check this in SE11.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this with transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Database Connection: Ensure that the database connection is functioning correctly and that there are no issues with the database itself.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check the table definition.
  SE14: Database Utility - to check the database table.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide additional context or troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.