How To Fix COM_PME_VTABLE_SH018 - Metadata for a table not loaded: Class not open

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_VTABLE_SH - Maintenance of Variable Tables

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Metadata for a table not loaded: Class not open

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH018 - Metadata for a table not loaded: Class not open ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_VTABLE_SH018 indicates that the metadata for a specific table is not loaded because the class associated with that table is not open. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when working with ABAP programs, data dictionary objects, or when trying to access certain tables or views in the SAP system.
  Cause
  The primary causes of this error message include:
  
  Class Not Activated: The class associated with the table or view is not activated or has not been properly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the class or the associated metadata.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the data dictionary.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Class Activation:
  
  Go to the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80).
  Navigate to the class associated with the table or view.
  Ensure that the class is activated. If it is not, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the class was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that all objects are activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the class and the associated metadata. You may need to consult with your security team to ensure proper roles are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Data Dictionary:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check the table or view definition. Ensure that it is correctly defined and activated.
  If there are inconsistencies, you may need to re-activate the table or view.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the data dictionary using transaction SE14 or SE11 to identify any inconsistencies that may need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to the error message or the specific class/table you are working with.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for any specific guidelines related to class and table management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.