How To Fix SMTTOOLS078 - & is missing in table MTSHCONTAINER

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMTTOOLS - Multi Tenancy tools

• Message number: 078

• Message text: & is missing in table MTSHCONTAINER

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMTTOOLS078 - & is missing in table MTSHCONTAINER ?

  The SAP error message SMTTOOLS078 indicates that a specific entry is missing in the table MTSHCONTAINER. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules, particularly when dealing with the integration of master data or during the execution of certain planning functions.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The required data for a specific container is not present in the MTSHCONTAINER table. This could be due to incomplete data migration, data corruption, or manual errors during data entry.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the proper creation or retrieval of entries in the MTSHCONTAINER table.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the necessary data was not included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMTTOOLS078 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Table: Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the MTSHCONTAINER table. Look for the specific entry that is reported as missing.
  
  
  Data Entry: If the required entry is indeed missing, you may need to manually create it. Ensure that you have the correct data to populate the fields in the table.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the planning area or master data that might be affecting the creation of entries in the MTSHCONTAINER table.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects and data were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of your SAP system for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to SMTTOOLS078 or MTSHCONTAINER for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.