How To Fix P99B173 - Technical name of cluster table '&1' is not valid

P99B173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P99B - Payroll Versions Basis

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Technical name of cluster table '&1' is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P99B173 - Technical name of cluster table '&1' is not valid ?

  The SAP error message P99B173 indicates that there is an issue with the technical name of a cluster table in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is unable to recognize or locate the specified cluster table due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Table Name: The technical name provided for the cluster table may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified cluster table may not exist in the database or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified cluster table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from accessing the cluster table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Table Name: Check the technical name of the cluster table for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is correctly specified.
  Check Table Existence: Use