How To Fix J5206 - Cannot determine the fields of table/structure &; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J5 - External Data Transfer

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Cannot determine the fields of table/structure &; see long text

What causes this issue?

The fields in the specified table or dictionary structure, which belong
to the processed analysis structure, could not be read.

System Response

The analysis structure cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Regenerate the dictionary objects of the analysis structure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J5206 - Cannot determine the fields of table/structure &; see long text ?

  The SAP error message J5206, which states "Cannot determine the fields of table/structure &; see long text," typically occurs when the system is unable to identify the fields of a specified table or structure. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Table/Structure Does Not Exist: The specified table or structure may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table or structure.
  Transport Issues: If the table or structure was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) that prevent the system from recognizing the table or structure.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the system may be incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table/Structure Existence: Verify that the table or structure exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look up the table or structure.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table or structure. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Check Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate problems with the transport.
  Rebuild Data Dictionary: If there are inconsistencies in the Data Dictionary, you may need to regenerate the table or structure. This can be done using transaction SE11 or SE14 (Database Utility).
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or related issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.