How To Fix SCTS_HOT418 - Table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_HOT - Messages for HANA Object Transport

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_HOT418 - Table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK missing ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_HOT418 indicates that the system is unable to find the table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK, which is related to the Change and Transport System (CTS) in SAP. This error typically arises in the context of transport management, particularly when dealing with hotfixes or transport requests.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Table Deletion or Corruption: The table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK may have been deleted or corrupted, leading to its unavailability.
  Transport Issues: There may be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system that prevent the table from being accessed.
  System Upgrade or Patch: If the system has recently undergone an upgrade or patch, it may not have been completed successfully, leading to missing database objects.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that are preventing access to the table.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table Existence:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table CTS_HOT_OBJECT~BCK exists in the system. If it does not exist, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Restore from Backup:
  
  If the table has been deleted or corrupted, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Transport Directory Check:
  
  Verify the transport directory and ensure that all necessary files are present and not corrupted. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  
  
  
  System Consistency Check:
  
  Run transaction code SE14 (Database Utility) to check the consistency of the database and repair any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Re-import Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue is related to a specific transport request, try re-importing the transport request that may have caused the issue.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CTS (Change and Transport System): This is a tool in SAP that manages changes to the system landscape, including transporting objects between different SAP systems.
  Database Administration: Understanding how to manage and maintain the database can help prevent such issues in the future.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base: Regularly check the SAP Support Portal for updates, patches, and notes related to your SAP version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SCTS_HOT418 error effectively.