How To Fix GU971 - Target table & is not transparent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 971

• Message text: Target table & is not transparent

What causes this issue?

The target table is not a transparent table.

System Response

A conversion to non-transparent tables is not supported.

How to fix this error?

Enter a transparent table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU971 - Target table & is not transparent ?

  The SAP error message GU971 indicates that the target table specified in a data transfer or update operation is not a transparent table. In SAP, a transparent table is a database table that has a one-to-one relationship with a table in the underlying database. This means that the structure of the table in the SAP data dictionary corresponds directly to a table in the database.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to perform an operation (like data transfer, update, or report generation) on a table that is not transparent. Non-transparent tables include pooled tables, cluster tables, or views.
  The target table specified in your operation is either a view or a table that does not meet the criteria for being a transparent table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GU971 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Table Type: Verify the type of the target table you are trying to access. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking the table definition.
  
  
  Use a Transparent Table: If you need to perform operations that require a transparent table, ensure that you are using a valid transparent table. If you are mistakenly using a non-transparent table, switch to the appropriate transparent table.
  
  
  Modify the Program/Report: If you are developing a custom program or report, ensure that the logic is correctly referencing a transparent table. Update the code to point to the correct table.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the table types and their usage, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team for guidance.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the table in question. Sometimes, authorization issues can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Table Types in SAP:
  
  Transparent Tables: Directly correspond to database tables.
  Pooled Tables: Grouped together in a single table in the database.
  Cluster Tables: Store data in a compressed format and can contain multiple logical tables.
  Views: Virtual tables that do not store data themselves but provide a way to access data from one or more tables.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to view and manage table definitions.
  SE80: Object Navigator for managing various objects including programs and tables.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to the error message GU971.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.