How To Fix MC546 - Table & is either not active or inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Table & is either not active or inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The table was not yet activated in the ABAP/4 Dictionary or its
definition is inconsistent.

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 the table definition using the transaction SE11. Activate the
table. If there is an inconsistency, it will be described in the
activation log.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC546 - Table & is either not active or inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message MC546 indicates that a specific table (denoted by the placeholder "&") is either not active or inconsistent. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with material master data, inventory management, or related functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Table: 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 properly activated.
  Inconsistent Data: The data within the table may be inconsistent, meaning that there are discrepancies or errors in the data that prevent the system from processing it correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the table was transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to the table being incomplete or inconsistent.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the table, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Table: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the status of the table. If it is inactive, activate it.
  If you are not able to activate it, check for any transport requests that may need to be released.
  
  
  
  Check for Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the table. You can perform a consistency check and repair any inconsistencies found.
  Review the data in the table to ensure that it meets the required structure and constraints.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong during the transport.
  If necessary, re-transport the table or related objects.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the table. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Always check for specific SAP Notes related to the error message MC546 for any updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the context of the error better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.