How To Fix KE281 - Table & is not active or does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Table & is not active or does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Generate the operating concern.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE281 - Table & is not active or does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KE281 indicates that a specific table (denoted by "&" in the message) is either not active or does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of CO (Controlling) module transactions, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Active: The table in question may not be activated in the system. This can happen if the table was recently created or modified and has not been activated yet.
  Table Does Not Exist: The table may not exist in the database due to a configuration issue, a missing transport, or an incomplete installation of a component.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  System Configuration: There may be inconsistencies in the system configuration or missing customizing settings related to the controlling area or other relevant settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Activation:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists and is active. If it is not active, you may need to activate it.
  If you have access, you can also use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to activate the table.
  
  
  
  Verify Existence:
  
  Confirm that the table exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to check if the relevant transport requests have been imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the CO module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This includes verifying the controlling area and any related settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Always check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the CO module and the specific tables involved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KE281 error in your SAP system.