How To Fix HRPAYTR03097 - Table & not a valid source table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• 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 HRPAYTR03097 - Table & not a valid source table ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03097, which states that "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 reference the table incorrectly.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the table may not have been included or properly activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Name: Check the spelling and correctness of the table name in the payroll schema or the program that is generating the error.
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to verify that the table exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Look into the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the table is correctly defined and referenced.
  Authorization Check: 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.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll process you are working with to ensure that all necessary tables are correctly set up.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for HRPAYTR03097 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and PE01 (Schema Maintenance) for troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who specializes in HR and payroll modules.