How To Fix FH003 - System error: transaction & not in table T020

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: System error: transaction & not in table T020

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH003 - System error: transaction & not in table T020 ?

  The SAP error message FH003, which states "System error: transaction & not in table T020," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the transaction in the SAP system. The error indicates that the transaction code you are trying to execute is not found in the T020 table, which is used to define the allowed transactions for certain functionalities in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transaction Code: The transaction code you are trying to execute is not defined in the T020 table.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system that prevents the transaction from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the transaction was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Code: Verify that the transaction code you are trying to execute is correct and exists in the system.
  Review T020 Table: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the T020 table and see if the transaction code is listed. If it is not, you may need to add it.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the transaction. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to the transaction. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  Transport Request: If the transaction was recently transported, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific transaction for any known issues or additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  T020 Table: This table contains the mapping of transaction codes to their respective functionalities and is crucial for transaction execution.
  Transaction SE11: This transaction allows you to view and manage database tables in SAP.
  Transaction SU53: This transaction is used to analyze authorization issues and can help identify if the error is due to missing authorizations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.