How To Fix DD_MT_SHARING049 - Sharing is only supported for database tables and database views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_MT_SHARING - DDIC Multi Tenancy Sharing: Messages

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Sharing is only supported for database tables and database views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING049 - Sharing is only supported for database tables and database views ?

  The SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING049 indicates that you are trying to use the sharing feature for a data object that is not supported. Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to share a non-database table or a non-database view. Sharing is a feature in SAP that allows multiple users or processes to access the same data object concurrently, but it is only applicable to database tables and database views.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Object Type: The object you are trying to share is not a database table or a database view. This could be a structure, a pool table, a cluster table, or any other non-database object.
  Misconfiguration: There might be a misconfiguration in the way the data object is defined or used in your application.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Type: Verify the type of the object you are trying to share. Ensure that it is indeed a database table or a database view. You can do this by checking the object in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Use Supported Objects: If the object is not a database table or view, consider redesigning your data model to use a database table or view that can be shared.
  Review Sharing Requirements: If you are working with a specific application or module, review the documentation to understand the requirements for sharing data objects.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Dictionary (SE11): Use this transaction to view and manage database tables, views, and other data objects.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on data sharing and the types of objects that can be shared.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.