How To Fix P5085 - Error when reading table "&" from the dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P5 - Project Information System: (Modification of LIS; M5)

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Error when reading table "&" from the dictionary

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P5085 - Error when reading table "&" from the dictionary ?

  The SAP error message P5085, which states "Error when reading table '&' from the dictionary," typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing a 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 or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table.
  Database Connection Issues: There may be problems with the database connection, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Corrupted Table: The table may be corrupted or not properly defined in the data dictionary.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  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 defined.
  Check 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.
  Table Consistency: Use transaction SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the table. You can also use the "Repair" option if the table is found to be inconsistent.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors that may have occurred during the transport process.
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE14: Database Utility
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific fixes or patches that may be available.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the P5085 error in your SAP system.