How To Fix HRPAYTR02097 - Table & not a valid source table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Table & not a valid source table

What causes this issue?

Table &V1& cannot be supplied with data during updating. Therefore, you
cannot use it as your source table.

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?

Use the view V_QUTAB to gain an overview of the source tables permitted
for each event.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02097 - Table & not a valid source table ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02097, which states "Table & not a valid source table," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when working with HR-related data in SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a table that is either not defined as a valid source table for the operation being performed or does not exist in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name specified in the operation may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Table Not Defined: The table may not be defined in the system or may not be part of the expected data model for the payroll process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or related settings that are causing the system to look for an invalid table.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the table may not have been included or properly activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Name: Verify that the table name specified in the error message is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  Validate Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that all necessary tables are correctly defined and that the payroll schema is set up properly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll process you are working with to ensure that all required tables are included.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and PE01 (Payroll Schema) for further investigation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.