How To Fix J5015 - Table with summarization rules is empty or cannot be read; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Table with summarization rules is empty or cannot be read; see long text

What causes this issue?

The table with the summarization rules is empty or cannot be read.

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?

Each finance object must be assigned a summarization rule, so at least
one summarization rule must be defined. Go to the IMG and maintain the
summarization rules.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5015 - Table with summarization rules is empty or cannot be read; see long text ?

  The SAP error message J5015 indicates that the system is unable to find or read the table containing summarization rules, which are essential for certain processes in SAP, particularly in the context of the Joint Venture Accounting (JVA) module or similar functionalities that rely on summarization.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The summarization rules table may not have been populated with the necessary data. This could happen if the configuration was not completed or if the data was deleted or not transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the summarization rules table.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the database or the SAP system itself, such as a corrupted table or a problem with the database connection.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system may lead to the inability to read the summarization rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Contents: Verify that the summarization rules table (usually a specific table related to summarization in JVA) is populated with the necessary entries. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the table.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the summarization rules have been correctly configured. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the summarization rules. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Database Check: If the table is supposed to have data but is empty, check for any database issues. You may need to run database consistency checks or consult with your database administrator.
  Transport Issues: If the summarization rules were recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE16: Data Browser
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.