How To Fix FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS005 - DDIC table type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: DDIC table type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS005 - DDIC table type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINB_MSG_KF_CHAR_TLS005 indicates that a Data Dictionary (DDIC) table type specified in your configuration or program does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial applications or when dealing with table types in ABAP programs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Table Type: The specified table type does not exist in the Data Dictionary. This could be due to a typo in the name or the table type not being created or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the table type was recently created or modified in a different system (like development) and not transported to the current system (like quality or production), it may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table type, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  Namespace Issues: If the table type is in a specific namespace and the system is not configured to recognize it, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Type Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the specified table type exists. Ensure that the name is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Table Type:
  
  If the table type does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not activated, activate it.
  
  
  
  Transport the Table Type:
  
  If the table type was created in another system, ensure that it has been transported to the current system. Check the transport logs for any issues.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table type. You may need to consult with your security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Namespace Configuration:
  
  If the table type is in a specific namespace, ensure that your system is configured to recognize it. This may involve checking the system settings or consulting with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check and create table types.
  SE80: Object Navigator - to view and manage various objects including table types.
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer - to check transport requests and logs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on Data Dictionary objects and how to manage them.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.