How To Fix DIWP1186 - Revision table does not exist

DIWP1186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DIWP1 - Revision Planning

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Revision table does not exist

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DIWP1186 - Details

• The SAP error message DIWP1186, which states "Revision table does not exist," typically occurs when the system is trying to access a revision table that has not been created or is not available in the database. This error is often related to document management or version control processes within SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Revision Table: The specific revision table that the system is trying to access has not been created or is missing from the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for document management or version control may not be set up correctly, leading to the system looking for a non-existent table.
  Transport Issues: If the system was recently updated or transported, the necessary tables may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the revision table, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify if the revision table exists