How To Fix M3890 - Error in accessing table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 890

• Message text: Error in accessing table &

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred in accessing the table specified. The table
possibly does not exist.

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?

Check whether you have entered the correct table or whether the table
exists. If you cannot recover the error in this way,
inform your systems administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3890 - Error in accessing table & ?

  The SAP error message M3890, which states "Error in accessing 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 Connection Issues: There may be a problem with the database connection, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Data Dictionary Issues: The table may have inconsistencies or issues in the data dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Corrupted Table: The table may be corrupted or have integrity issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table is listed.
  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 Connection: Check the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues.
  Data Dictionary Check: Use transaction SE11 to check the table definition and ensure that it is correctly defined. You can also use transaction SE14 to check for inconsistencies.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  Database Repair: If the table is corrupted, you may need to perform a database repair or restore from a backup, depending on the severity of the corruption.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.