How To Fix I4806 - Error when reading the internal table (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 806

• Message text: Error when reading the internal table (&)

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE WCM_SAP OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4806 - Error when reading the internal table (&) ?

  The SAP error message I4806, which states "Error when reading the internal table (&)," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing or processing an internal table in an ABAP program. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Initialized: The internal table may not have been properly initialized or populated before it is accessed.
  Index Out of Range: The program may be trying to access an index of the internal table that does not exist (e.g., accessing an empty table or an index greater than the number of entries).
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type of the internal table and the actual data being processed.
  Memory Issues: Insufficient memory or other resource constraints may prevent the internal table from being read correctly.
  Logical Errors: There may be logical errors in the code that lead to incorrect handling of the internal table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Initialization: Ensure that the internal table is properly initialized and populated with data before it is accessed. Use debugging tools to verify the contents of the table.
  Validate Index Access: Before accessing an index of the internal table, check that the index is within the valid range. Use the DESCRIBE TABLE statement to get the number of entries in the table.
  Data Type Consistency: Verify that the data types used in the internal table declaration match the data being processed. Ensure that the structure of the internal table is correctly defined.
  Memory Management: If memory issues are suspected, consider optimizing the program to use less memory or check for memory leaks.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the error occurs. Look for any logical errors in the code that may lead to the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for more details on internal tables and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP community forums or Stack Overflow for insights from other developers who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the I4806 error in your SAP environment.