How To Fix COM_PME_VTABLE_SH004 - Table contents cannot be loaded: System error

COM_PME_VTABLE_SH004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_VTABLE_SH - Maintenance of Variable Tables

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Table contents cannot be loaded: System error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH004 - Table contents cannot be loaded: System error ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH004 indicates that there is an issue with loading the contents of a specific table, which is often related to system errors or inconsistencies in the database. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: The underlying database may have inconsistencies or corruption that prevents the table from being loaded.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table or its contents.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to issues with table access.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or resources on the application server can cause problems when trying to load large tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Integrity: Use database tools to check for inconsistencies or corruption in the database. You may need to run repair commands or restore