How To Fix /SAPTRX/ASC090 - Database table definition for event type &1 is not set: BPT &2, table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPTRX/ASC -

• Message number: 090

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPTRX/ASC090 - Database table definition for event type &1 is not set: BPT &2, table &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPTRX/ASC090 indicates that there is an issue with the database table definition for a specific event type in the Business Process Management (BPM) or Business Process Technology (BPT) context. The message typically includes placeholders for the event type (&1), the BPT (&2), and the table name (&3).
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The database table definition for the specified event type has not been set up in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration or data related to the event type or BPT.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications, they may not have been properly implemented or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the database table definition for the specified event type is correctly set up.
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the BPT and event type are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and transported correctly.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Tables:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check if the database table mentioned in the error message exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BPT or event type to ensure that all prerequisites and configurations are met.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the code that triggers this error to identify the exact point of failure and gather more context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to Business Process Management and the specific components you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPTRX/ASC090 error message.