How To Fix COM_PME_VTABLE_SH016 - Dependency &1 does not contain any tables

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_VTABLE_SH - Maintenance of Variable Tables

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Dependency &1 does not contain any tables

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH016 - Dependency &1 does not contain any tables ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH016 indicates that there is a dependency in your system that does not contain any tables. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data model or when working with certain functionalities that require a valid table structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Tables: The dependency specified in the error message does not have any associated tables. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an incomplete setup of the data model.
  Incorrect Dependency Definition: The dependency might have been defined incorrectly, leading to a situation where it does not reference any valid tables.
  Transport Issues: If the dependency was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the components or packages that are supposed to work together.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependency Configuration: Review the configuration of the dependency in question. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that it references the appropriate tables.
  Create or Assign Tables: If the dependency is supposed to have tables associated with it, you may need to create those tables or assign existing ones to the dependency.
  Transport Request Review: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific dependency to understand its requirements and ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the dependency is being called and why it is failing.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Documentation: Review the technical documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure compliance with setup requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.