How To Fix /SMB/TRANSLATION031 - Table "&1" not defined in dictionary. Check name.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/TRANSLATION -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Table "&1" not defined in dictionary. Check name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION031 - Table "&1" not defined in dictionary. Check name. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/TRANSLATION031 Table "&1" not defined in dictionary. Check name. typically indicates that the system is unable to find a specified table in the database dictionary. This can occur for several reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Table Name Typo: The table name specified in the error message may have been misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
  Table Not Created: The table may not have been created in the database yet, or it may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the table.
  Transport Issues: If the table was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Namespace Issues: The table might be in a different namespace that is not accessible in the current context.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table Name: Verify the table name in the error message for any typos or incorrect references. Ensure that it matches the actual table name in the database.
  Check Table Existence: Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  Authorization Check: 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.
  Transport Logs: If the table was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Namespace Verification: If the table is in a different namespace, ensure that you have the correct access rights to that namespace.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary - to check the existence of the table.
  SE80: Object Navigator - to explore the objects related to the table.
  SU53: Authorization Check - to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to ensure that the table is correctly defined and used.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.