How To Fix EL390 - Error accessing table TE406 for allocation type &1, operation code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 390

• Message text: Error accessing table TE406 for allocation type &1, operation code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL390 - Error accessing table TE406 for allocation type &1, operation code &2 ?

  The SAP error message EL390 indicates that there is an issue accessing the table TE406 for a specific allocation type and operation code. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost allocations, or similar processes.
  Cause:
  
  Table Locking: The table TE406 might be locked by another process or user, preventing access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table or the specific allocation type.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data within the TE406 table.
  Configuration Issues: The allocation type or operation code specified may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Entries: The required entries for the specified allocation type and operation code may not exist in the TE406 table.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Locking: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the TE406 table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other process to complete or contact the user holding the lock.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the TE406 table and perform the required operations. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure there are no corrupt entries. You may need to consult with your technical team or use transaction SE11 to analyze the table structure.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the allocation type and operation code in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., OKA0 for allocation types). Ensure that they are correctly set up.
  Check for Missing Entries: Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the contents of the TE406 table and verify if the required entries for the specified allocation type and operation code exist. If they are missing, you may need to create them or consult with your functional team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM12 (Display and Delete Locks)
  SU53 (Authorization Check)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE16 (Data Browser)
  OKA0 (Define Allocation Types)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help documentation for the Controlling module to understand the context of allocation types and how they interact with the TE406 table.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support or your internal SAP technical team for further investigation.