How To Fix KE280 - Table & contains no fields

KE280 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Table & contains no fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE280 - Table & contains no fields ?

  The SAP error message KE280, which states "Table & contains no fields," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with reports or queries that reference a specific table in the CO area.
  
  Cause:
  
  Table Definition Issues: The error usually indicates that the specified table does not have any fields defined in the system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or an issue with the table definition in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Table Name: The table name referenced in the transaction or report might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the fields of the table, leading to the perception that the table has no fields.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues in the data dictionary that prevent the system from recognizing the fields in the table.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table Definition: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check