How To Fix /SCMTMS/XPRA_GENERIC036 - Temporary table &1 could not be generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/XPRA_GENERIC -

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Temporary table &1 could not be generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/XPRA_GENERIC036 - Temporary table &1 could not be generated ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/XPRA_GENERIC036 Temporary table &1 could not be generated typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) during the execution of an XPRA (a type of SAP program that performs a one-time data migration or adjustment during an upgrade).
  Cause:
  This error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the creation of temporary tables. This could be due to insufficient permissions, database locks, or other database-related problems.
  
  
  System Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to allow the creation of temporary tables. This could be due to settings in the database or in the SAP system itself.
  
  
  Insufficient Resources: The system may not have enough resources (like memory or disk space) to create the temporary table.
  
  
  Corrupted Objects: There may be corrupted database objects or inconsistencies in the database schema that prevent the creation of the temporary table.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport, there may be issues with the transport request or the objects being transported.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Database Logs: Review the database logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate why the temporary table could not be created.
  
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user executing the XPRA has the necessary permissions to create temporary tables in the database.
  
  
  Database Space: Verify that there is sufficient space in the database for creating temporary tables. If necessary, free up space or increase the database size.
  
  
  System Resources: Check the system resources (CPU, memory, disk space) to ensure that the system is not under heavy load or running out of resources.
  
  
  Run Database Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT to check for database consistency and resolve any issues found.
  
  
  Re-run the XPRA: After addressing any underlying issues, try re-running the XPRA program.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may 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 steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may find it useful to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the temporary table or SE38 to execute the XPRA program directly.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management and XPRA programs for more detailed information on the specific context of the error.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/XPRA_GENERIC036.