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Message type: E = Error
Message class: IW - Order Processing
Message number: 159
Message text: Control table missing (TCODE = &)
Important data for screen sequence control CIM in
<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance orders</> was not maintained in
your system.
INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
INCLUDE 'SYSTEMVERWALTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
Procedure for the System Administration
Maintain <GL:table>table</> TC10.
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The SAP error message IW159, which states "Control table missing (TCODE = &)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Plant Maintenance (PM) module. This error indicates that a required control table for the transaction code (TCODE) specified is missing or not properly configured in the system.
Cause:
- Missing Control Table: The control table that is supposed to hold configuration or control data for the specified transaction code is not present in the database.
- Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured, leading to the absence of necessary entries in the control tables.
- Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the control table may not have been included or properly transported.
- Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the control table, leading to the perception that it is missing.
Solution:
- Check Control Table: Verify if the control table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check for the specific control table related to the transaction code.
- Recreate or Restore Control Table: If the control table is indeed missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
- Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that all necessary entries are present. This may involve checking customizing settings in SPRO.
- Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
- Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the control table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
- Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
Related Information:
If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.
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