How To Fix FTBU494 - Check append structures

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBU - Conversion: Treasury partner CBP messages

• Message number: 494

• Message text: Check append structures

What causes this issue?

Customers may have created their own APPENDs for partner tables. At
present, only the data from APPENDs of BP000 can be transferred to the
same APPENDs of BUT000.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTBU494 - Check append structures ?

  The SAP error message FTBU494, which states "Check append structures," typically occurs when there is an issue related to the append structures in the SAP system. Append structures are used to add fields to standard SAP tables without modifying the original table structure. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during data processing, report generation, or when trying to access certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data Model: The append structure may not be properly defined or may have inconsistencies with the underlying table.
  Missing Append Structure: The append structure that is expected to be present may not be activated or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the append structure was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the append structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Append Structure: 
  
  Go to the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11) and check the relevant table to see if the append structure is correctly defined and activated.
  Ensure that the append structure is not in a "not active" state.
  
  
  
  Activate Append Structure: 
  
  If the append structure is inactive, activate it using transaction SE11 or SE14 (for database-related activities).
  
  
  
  Transport Check: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors related to the append structure.
  Ensure that the append structure is included in the transport request and was successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the append structure and the associated table.
  
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  If the error persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the specific append structure and the error message for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the FTBU494 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for managing and troubleshooting append structures.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.