How To Fix PPE_PREL_FILL004 - Table PRELID does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE_PREL_FILL - Message Class for Report PPE_PREL_FILL_APPLOBJ_TYPE

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Table PRELID does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE_PREL_FILL004 - Table PRELID does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PPE_PREL_FILL004: Table PRELID does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to access a database table named PRELID, which is either not present in the database or not properly configured. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to the Production Planning and Execution (PPE) module.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Table: The PRELID table may not exist in the database due to an incomplete installation or configuration of the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be misconfigured, leading to the application looking for a table that should not be there or has been renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the table was part of a transport request that was not successfully imported, it could lead to this error.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database itself, such as corruption or misalignment with the application layer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the PRELID table exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  Check if there were any recent transport requests that included changes to the database schema. Ensure that all relevant transports have been successfully imported.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings related to the PPE module. Ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the database to identify any issues. You can use transaction code DB02 or DBACOCKPIT for this purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), DB02 (Database Performance), DBACOCKPIT (Database Administration).
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for specific issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the PPE module to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error related to the missing PRELID table in your SAP system.