How To Fix /EACC/DM_PLIMA017 - Internal: Database table &1 no longer exists or is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/DM_PLIMA -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Internal: Database table &1 no longer exists or is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/DM_PLIMA017 - Internal: Database table &1 no longer exists or is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/DM_PLIMA017 Internal: Database table &1 no longer exists or is inactive typically indicates that the system is trying to access a database table that either does not exist or has been marked as inactive. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data processing, report generation, or when executing specific transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Table Deletion: The database table may have been deleted or dropped from the database.
  Inactive Table: The table might be inactive due to a transport request that has not been fully executed or activated.
  Development Environment: If you are in a development environment, the table might not have been created or activated properly.
  Transport Issues: If the table was part of a transport request, it may not have been imported correctly into the target system.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the table from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  Activate Table: If the table exists but is inactive, you can activate it using transaction SE14 (Database Utility) or SE11. Make sure to check the activation status.
  Transport Request: If the table was part of a transport request, ensure that the transport has been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  Check for Errors: Review the transport logs and system logs (transaction SLG1) for any errors related to the table.
  Database Consistency: Run consistency checks on the database to ensure that there are no issues with the database schema.
  Consult Documentation: If the table is part of a specific SAP module or application, consult the relevant documentation or SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves custom developments or specific configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.