How To Fix KO213 - Error while reading table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Error while reading table &

What causes this issue?

An error occurrd during READ of table &v1&.

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?

Please contact your systems analyst.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO213 - Error while reading table & ?

  The SAP error message KO213, which states "Error while reading table &," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a specific database table in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is preventing access to the table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection Problems: There may be issues with the database connection or configuration.
  Data Dictionary Issues: The data dictionary may not be properly updated or may have inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table specified in the error message exists in the database. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to analyze authorization failures.
  Database Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the database. This can be done using transaction DB02 or by contacting your database administrator.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport.
  Database Connection: Verify the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity issues.
  Data Dictionary Activation: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary, ensure that all changes are activated. You can do this using transaction SE11 or SE14.
  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), DB02 (Database Performance Monitor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific error message or table for any known issues or patches.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KO213 error in your SAP system.