How To Fix SMTTOOLS139 - Table &: Field & not found in DBTABPOS metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMTTOOLS - Multi Tenancy tools

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Table &: Field & not found in DBTABPOS metadata

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMTTOOLS139 - Table &: Field & not found in DBTABPOS metadata ?

  The SAP error message SMTTOOLS139 indicates that a specific table and field combination is not found in the DBTABPOS metadata. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's data migration tools or when working with the SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Table or Field Does Not Exist: The specified table or field may not exist in the database. This could be due to a typo in the table or field name.
  Incorrect Metadata: The metadata for the database may not be up to date. This can happen if there have been changes to the database schema that have not been reflected in the metadata.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the operation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or field.
  Transport Issues: If the table or field was recently created or modified in a different system (e.g., development) and has not been transported to the current system (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Table and Field Names: Double-check the spelling and case of the table and field names in your request. Ensure they match exactly with what is defined in the database.
  Check Database Schema: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the table and field exist in the database. If they do not exist, you may need to create them or correct your request.
  Update Metadata: If the table and field exist but the error persists, you may need to refresh the metadata. This can often be done by executing a program that updates the database metadata or by using transaction SE14 (Database Utility).
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and field. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Transport Changes: If the table or field was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the system where you are encountering the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary to check table and field definitions.
  SE14: Database Utility for managing database objects.
  SE80: Object Navigator for checking development objects.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific data migration tool you are using, as it may provide additional context or troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.