How To Fix INV015 - Error in reading table &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INV - Check for Bill Receipt

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Error in reading table &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

A error reported by the database system occurred when reading one or
more table entries.

System Response

The system does not read the table entry or entries.
An SAP short dump may have been written by the SAP basis system.

How to fix this error?

Determine wheter the SAP short dump provided additional information.
You use transaction <DS:TRAN.SM21>SM21</> to display short dumps.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INV015 - Error in reading table &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message INV015, which states "Error in reading table &1 &2 &3 &4," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific database table in the SAP system. The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) will be replaced with the actual names of the table and other relevant identifiers when the error occurs.
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the table.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing access to the table.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system may lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the connection to the database, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table mentioned in the error message exists in the database. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Integrity Check: Perform a database integrity check to identify and fix any corruption issues. This may require the assistance of a database administrator.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the table and ensure they are correct.
  Transport Logs: If the error occurred after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings and ensure that the database server is up and running. You can use transaction DBACOCKPIT to monitor database status.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Builder), SU53 (Authorization Check), DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to database management and error handling for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the INV015 error in your SAP system.