How To Fix FINB_DMTOT016 - There is no active version in the DDIC for table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_DMTOT - Data Retention: Total Persistence Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: There is no active version in the DDIC for table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_DMTOT016 - There is no active version in the DDIC for table &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_DMTOT016 indicates that there is no active version in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for a specific table. This typically occurs when the system is unable to find the necessary data structure for the specified table, which can happen for several reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Table Not Activated: The table in question may not have been activated in the Data Dictionary. This can happen if the table was recently created or modified and the activation process was not completed successfully.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport that prevented the table from being activated.
  Missing or Incomplete Data Dictionary Objects: The table may depend on other objects (like domains, data elements, etc.) that are missing or not activated.
  System Issues: There could be underlying issues with the SAP system itself, such as inconsistencies in the database or problems with the transport directory.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Table: 
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Enter the name of the table that is causing the error.
  Check if the table is active. If it is not, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all related objects were transported correctly and are active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Verify that all dependent objects (like domains and data elements) are also active.
  You can use transaction SE11 to check the dependencies of the table.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: 
  
  Run a consistency check on the database to identify any inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. This can be done using transaction SE14 (Database Utility).
  
  
  
  Recreate the Table: 
  
  If the table is still not working after activation, consider recreating it. This should be done with caution and typically in a development environment first.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SE03: Transport Organizer Tools (for checking transport issues)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional information regarding this error.
  
  
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors that might give more context to the issue.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.