How To Fix DB6PM506 - Table &1.&2 is a virtual table - no data available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Table &1.&2 is a virtual table - no data available

What causes this issue?

Virtual Tables are DB views that get automatically converted to regular
DB tables by the DBSL as soon as the first INSERT is requested onto the
Virtual Table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM506 - Table &1.&2 is a virtual table - no data available ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM506 indicates that the system is trying to access a virtual table, which does not contain any actual data. Virtual tables in SAP are typically used for various purposes, such as views or logical representations of data that do not store data themselves but rather pull it from other tables or sources.
  Cause:
  
  Virtual Table: The table you are trying to access is a virtual table, meaning it does not hold any data itself.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source that the virtual table is supposed to pull data from may be empty or not properly configured.
  Incorrect Query: The query or operation being performed may not be correctly targeting the data that should be available.
  Database Connectivity: There may be issues with the database connection or configuration that prevent data retrieval.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Verify that the underlying tables or data sources that the virtual table references contain data. If they are empty, you will need to populate them.
  Review Query Logic: Ensure that the query or operation you are performing is correctly structured to access the intended data. Check for any filters or conditions that may be excluding data.
  Database Configuration: Check the database configuration and connectivity to ensure that the system can access the necessary data sources.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the virtual table in question and its expected behavior.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the query to see where it might be failing or returning no data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Virtual Tables: Understand the concept of virtual tables in SAP and how they are used in your specific context (e.g., views, logical databases).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific virtual table or error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to inspect the structure of the virtual table and its underlying data sources.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.