How To Fix ERP_MKTTG_XPRA016 - Tables &1 and &2 do not exist in database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ERP_MKTTG_XPRA - Messages for XPRA ERP_MKTTG_XPRA

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Tables &1 and &2 do not exist in database

What causes this issue?

Tables &V1& and &V2& do not exist in database. At least one of the
tables is required to continue processing.

System Response

The system is in an inconsistent state. The XPRA skips the processing of
the tables.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ERP_MKTTG_XPRA016 - Tables &1 and &2 do not exist in database ?

  The SAP error message ERP_MKTTG_XPRA016 indicates that during an upgrade or a data migration process, the system is trying to access certain database tables that do not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Marketing or related modules when the system expects certain tables to be present but cannot find them.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Tables: The tables referenced in the error message (&1 and &2) are not present in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Incomplete installation or upgrade of the SAP system.
  Tables being dropped or not created during the upgrade process.
  Issues with the transport of data or objects.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be misconfigured, leading to the expectation of certain tables that are not part of the current installation.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: The error may occur if there is a version mismatch between the components of the SAP system, where certain tables are expected in one version but not in another.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify if the tables mentioned in the error message actually exist in the database. You can do this using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  
  
  Re-run Upgrade or Installation: If the tables are missing, consider re-running the upgrade or installation process. Ensure that all necessary components are included and that the process completes without errors.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the tables were supposed to be created via transport requests, check the transport logs to ensure that they were successfully imported.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database to ensure that all expected tables and structures are present.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11, SE16, and SE80 for checking database objects and structures.
  SAP Notes: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for notes related to your specific version and modules.
  Upgrade Documentation: Review the upgrade documentation for your specific SAP version to ensure all steps were followed correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.