How To Fix GG664 - The table and line item table are not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 664

• Message text: The table and line item table are not known

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& and line item table &V2& are not defined in Special Purpose
Ledger (table T800A). Entries with &V1& and &V2& may still exist in
other control tables. However, these entries cannot be deleted since
no consistent checks are posssible.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

First install the direct posting component for table &V1& and line item
table &V2& (using PF = 6). Afterwards, you can delete the entire
installation including the direct posting component using PF = 8.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG664 - The table and line item table are not known ?

  The SAP error message GG664, which states "The table and line item table are not known," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an issue with the configuration of the data model or when trying to access a table that is not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The table or line item table may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings have not been made in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the program or transaction.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., new tables added or existing tables modified), the system may not recognize the new structure.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain tables, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system is in a transport landscape, the relevant changes may not have been transported correctly to the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) to ensure that the table and line item table are correctly defined.
  Validate Table Names: Double-check the table names being used in the program or transaction to ensure they are correct and exist in the system.
  Review Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes, review the changes to ensure that all necessary updates have been made and that the system is aware of the new structure.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the tables in question. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the program to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the configuration settings related to tables and line items.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GG664 error and implement a suitable solution.