How To Fix SIC_DUPL_RULESET062 - Metadata Error: Ruleset &1 is not referencing an application table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_DUPL_RULESET - Rulesets for ICM Duplicate Check

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Metadata Error: Ruleset &1 is not referencing an application table

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_DUPL_RULESET062 - Metadata Error: Ruleset &1 is not referencing an application table ?

  The SAP error message SIC_DUPL_RULESET062 indicates that there is a problem with a ruleset in the context of duplicate check configuration. Specifically, the error states that the ruleset you are trying to use is not referencing a valid application table. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when configuring duplicate checks in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Ruleset Configuration: The ruleset may not be properly configured to reference an existing application table. This can happen if the ruleset was created incorrectly or if the application table it references has been deleted or is not active.
  Table Name Changes: If the underlying application table has been renamed or modified, the ruleset may no longer point to a valid table.
  Transport Issues: If the ruleset was transported from another system, it may not have been properly configured in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Ruleset Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SICF (for duplicate check configuration) and review the ruleset in question.
  Ensure that the ruleset is correctly referencing an existing application table.
  
  
  
  Verify Application Table:
  
  Check if the application table that the ruleset is supposed to reference exists in the system.
  Use transaction code SE11 to look up the table and confirm its existence and active status.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Modify Ruleset:
  
  If the ruleset is found to be invalid, consider recreating it or modifying it to reference the correct application table.
  Ensure that the ruleset is properly defined with the necessary fields and conditions.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the ruleset was transported, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request.
  Check for any transport errors or missing objects in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to duplicate checks and ruleset configuration for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SICF: For managing duplicate check rulesets.
  SE11: For checking the structure and existence of database tables.
  SICD: For managing duplicate check definitions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to duplicate checks and ruleset configurations.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other SAP users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.