How To Fix DA173 - Table &1 does not exist in program &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Table &1 does not exist in program &2

What causes this issue?

The table used in the schema was not defined in the calling program.

System Response

Instantiation was termianted as otherwise an ABAP runtime error would
be triggered.

How to fix this error?

Check the notation of the table name in the schema or define and
parametrize the table in the calling program.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA173 - Table &1 does not exist in program &2 ?

  The SAP error message DA173 indicates that a specific table (denoted as &1) does not exist in the program (denoted as &2) you are trying to execute. This error can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of Error DA173
  
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The most straightforward cause is that the table you are trying to access has not been created in the database. This could be due to a missing transport or an incomplete installation.
  
  
  Incorrect Table Name: There might be a typo or an incorrect table name specified in the program. This can happen if the program was modified or if there are inconsistencies in naming conventions.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the program may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table, leading to the perception that the table does not exist.
  
  
  Program Errors: The program itself may have errors or bugs that prevent it from correctly referencing the table.
  
  
  Database Connection Issues: If there are issues with the database connection, it may lead to the inability to access certain tables.
  
  
  Solutions to Error DA173
  
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table is listed.
  
  
  Correct Table Name: Review the program code to ensure that the table name is spelled correctly and matches the actual table name in the database.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Review Program Code: If you have access to the program code, review it for any logical errors or bugs that might be causing the issue. You can use transaction SE80 or SE38 to view and edit the program.
  
  
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings to ensure that they are correct and that the database is accessible.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport containing the table definition has been successfully imported into the system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that might address this specific error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific program you are working with to understand its dependencies and requirements.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DA173 error and implement a suitable solution.