How To Fix GS318 - Contact system administrator

GS318 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 318

• Message text: Contact system administrator

What causes this issue?

You have tried to display or change a variable that can no longer be
used.
(Note for the system administrator: the variable was created for a table
no longer known to the system. Possible reasons: the table has been
deleted in the Data Dictionary, or it is a user table that has been
deleted in the meantime).

System Response

The system does not leave the initial screen of variable maintenance.

How to fix this error?

Delete the variable if it is no longer used. Inform your system
administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS318 - Contact system administrator ?

  The SAP error message GS318, which states "Contact system administrator," typically indicates a problem that requires administrative intervention. This error can arise from various issues, and while the exact cause can vary depending on the specific context in which it appears, here are some common causes and potential solutions:
  Common Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the action they are attempting.
  System Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the system settings or parameters.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed.
  Technical Errors: This could include issues with the underlying database, application server, or network connectivity.
  Missing Customizations: If the system has been customized, certain custom objects or configurations may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  
  Potential Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by checking the user’s profile