How To Fix /SMB/CUSTOMIZING031 - Failed to retrieve properties of table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CUSTOMIZING -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Failed to retrieve properties of table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING031 - Failed to retrieve properties of table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING031 Failed to retrieve properties of table &1 typically indicates that there is an issue with accessing the metadata or properties of a specific table in the SAP system. This can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Table Does Not Exist: The specified table may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table properties.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system configuration or inconsistencies in the database.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Database Connection Issues: There could be problems with the database connection or the database itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table Existence: Verify that the table specified in the error message actually exists in the database. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to look for the table.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization failures.
  
  
  Check System Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to ensure that there are no inconsistencies. This can be done using transaction DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
  
  
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Restart Services: If the issue is related to database connectivity, consider restarting the database services or the SAP application server.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), SM21 (System Log), and DB02 (Database Performance).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message /SMB/CUSTOMIZING031 Failed to retrieve properties of table &1.