How To Fix DI005 - Table & for index & is not in the database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DI - Dictionary messages: Indexes

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Table & for index & is not in the database

What causes this issue?

The table to which the index refers was not created in the database.

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?

Using the database utility (SE14), create the table in the database.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DI005 - Table & for index & is not in the database ?

  The SAP error message DI005, which states "Table & for index & is not in the database," typically indicates that the system is trying to access a database table or index that does not exist or is not recognized by the database. This can occur for several reasons, including issues with database synchronization, missing database objects, or problems with the data dictionary.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Table or Index: The specified table or index may not exist in the database due to deletion or corruption.
  Database Synchronization Issues: There may be a mismatch between the data dictionary in SAP and the actual database schema.
  Transport Issues: If the table or index was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have been successful.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing access to the table or index.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the table or index.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table/Index Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check if the table or index exists in the database.
  If it does not exist, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Database Synchronization:
  
  Use transaction code SE14 to perform a database utility check. This can help synchronize the database with the data dictionary.
  You can also use the "Activate" option in SE11 to ensure that the table definitions are correctly activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for errors. You may need to re-transport the objects or manually create them in the target system.
  
  
  
  Database Repair:
  
  If you suspect database corruption, consult your database administrator to run repair utilities specific to your database system (e.g., for Oracle, use RMAN; for SQL Server, use DBCC CHECKDB).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table or index. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for DI005 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Database Logs: Review database logs for any errors that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.