How To Fix SDB2U013 - Table & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDB2U - DB2/390: Messages for Function Group SDB2U

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Table & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDB2U013 - Table & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SDB2U013 indicates that a specified table does not exist in the database. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to access a table that has not been created, has been deleted, or is not properly defined in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Table Not Created: The table you are trying to access has not been created in the database.
  Incorrect Table Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming convention in the table name you are trying to access.
  Database Schema Issues: The table might exist in a different schema or database that is not currently being accessed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Table Existence:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check if the table exists in the database.
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct schema.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the spelling and case sensitivity of the table name in your query or program.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Create the Table:
  
  If the table does not exist and is required, you may need to create it using transaction SE11 or through a database script.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Logs:
  
  If the table was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs for any errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Database Connection:
  
  Ensure that you are connected to the correct database instance where the table is supposed to exist.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to view and manage database tables.
  SE16: Data Browser - to view the contents of database tables.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message.
  
  
  Database Administration: If you have access, consult with your database administrator to check the database directly for the existence of the table.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SDB2U013 error and implement the appropriate solution.