How To Fix /SAPTRX/ASC036 - Database table definition for AO type &1 is not set: BPT &2, table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPTRX/ASC -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Database table definition for AO type &1 is not set: BPT &2, table &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPTRX/ASC036 - Database table definition for AO type &1 is not set: BPT &2, table &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPTRX/ASC036 indicates that there is an issue with the database table definition for an Analysis Office (AO) type in the context of Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC). The error message specifically states that the database table definition for the specified AO type is not set for the given BPT (Business Process Type) and table.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Table Definition: The error typically arises when the system cannot find the necessary database table definition for the specified AO type and BPT. This could be due to:
  
  The table not being created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  A mismatch between the AO type and the expected database table.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the BPC or the Analysis Office integration.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the necessary table definitions were not included or were not properly activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definitions: Verify that the database table for the specified AO type and BPT exists in the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary) and checking if the table is defined.
  Ensuring that the table is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for BPC and Analysis Office to ensure that all necessary settings are in place. This may involve:
  
  Checking the BPC configuration in the SAP GUI.
  Ensuring that the AO type is correctly mapped to the corresponding database table.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to BPC and Analysis Office for any specific requirements or known issues that might relate to your version of the software.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for BPC and Analysis Office for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.