How To Fix FINS_ML_SDM000 - Source table & and target table & is an invalid combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_SDM - Messages for Material Ledger Silent Data Migration scenarios

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Source table & and target table & is an invalid combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_SDM000 - Source table & and target table & is an invalid combination ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_SDM000 typically indicates that there is an issue with the source and target tables being used in a financial transaction or data processing operation. This error suggests that the combination of the specified source and target tables is not valid, which can occur for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Table Mapping: The source and target tables may not be correctly mapped in the configuration settings. This can happen if the tables are not compatible or if there is a mismatch in the expected data structure.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data types of the fields in the source and target tables may not align, leading to an invalid combination.
  
  
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the system that define how data should be transferred between the source and target tables.
  
  
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the data transfer correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access one of the tables, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the source and target tables. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that the mapping is appropriate.
  
  
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields in both tables are compatible. If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the data types or the way data is being processed.
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is correctly handling the data transfer between the tables.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access both the source and target tables. If not, appropriate authorizations should be granted.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may provide more insight into the specific cause of the invalid combination.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.